Confidentiality & Privacy Practices

I understand that each individual session with Jules will be held in the strictest confidence. However, there are legal limits to this confidentiality. 

If I disclose that I have thoughts or plans to harm myself or another person, Jules Vandermaat is required by law, as a mandatory reporter, to report ongoing domestic violence, abuse or neglect of children, the elderly, or people with disabilities. 

Jules would only disclose private information without consent in order to protect clients or the public from serious harm; for example, if a client discussed plans to commit suicide. 

In keeping with the regulations set by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act) I understand that all paper and electronic records will be kept in secure locations. 

Paper records are kept in a locked filing cabinet, and any digital records are password protected.