Having acquaintances, friends and family members who are satisfied with the effects of therapy, we are more willing to seek it ourselves.
The safety of online visits
Currently, the most readily available option is online psychotherapy, which we can conveniently attend from anywhere. This is a significant change from visits to clinics, so some people may have doubts about the confidentiality of the information shared. It should be emphasised that psychotherapeutic services are undertaken with the client's consent. A psychotherapist is obliged to inform the client about the purpose and course of the proceedings, their results and how they will be shared, which should ultimately be accepted by the patient. It is precisely before the first meeting that we decide on the form of the sessions and learn what will take place during them. A psychotherapist is obliged to keep confidential information concerning the client obtained in connection with the practice of the profession. Importantly, this obligation cannot be limited in time. However, it should be borne in mind that the online format may involve the risk of disclosing information about mental health if an unauthorised person overcomes technical or IT barriers. This refers to situations in which certain encryption and security measures are broken. Of course, this happens extremely rarely, but it is worth remembering that in theory it is possible.
Trust in specialists is the basis of treatment
Psychotherapists who are doctors or psychologists are bound by professional confidentiality and therefore cannot disclose information about the course of therapy or the sessions attended. The same applies to whether an adult was or is a patient. One may wonder whether there are exceptions in which a psychologist or doctor is released from the duty of confidentiality. Such situations occur only when there is a threat to the health or life of the patient or other people. A request from a court for information about the course of therapy or the diagnosis made does not release a professional from confidentiality; a court order does. In conclusion, in the case of professions of public trust, such as doctors or psychologists, we can feel reassured. Psychology for Life Changing Clinic places great emphasis on ethics in working with patients. This is precisely the place that offers its patients experienced specialists who will ensure safety, a pleasant atmosphere and the possibility of prompt treatment. If we have any doubts, we should feel free to ask all our questions. Video consultations and telephone consultations are meant to be comfortable for us. If we have decided on a modern solution such as online psychotherapy with a psychologist or doctor, we know that confidentiality covers this session in the same way as one held in an office.