confidentiality in therapy
Confidentiality in Therapy
The promise that what you share in therapy will stay protected unless there is a serious safety or legal exception.
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Confidentiality in therapy means that what you share with a therapist is meant to stay private. This privacy helps people speak more honestly about fear, shame, trauma, relationships, and other deeply personal experiences. It is one of the main reasons therapy can feel safe. At the same time, confidentiality is not unlimited in every situation. If there is a serious risk of harm, abuse concerns, or a legal requirement, limited disclosure may be needed to protect safety.
💡 Real-Life Example
At the first session, a therapist explains that what you say is private, but that there are a few exceptions if someone is in serious danger.
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