Marriage Matters International

Confidentiality

What you share in counselling is treated with care. Here is how we protect it, and the limits that apply.

Our commitment

Counselling only works when you feel safe to speak honestly. Marriage Matters International follows a written confidentiality policy that explains how client information is handled. You are welcome to ask for a copy before your first session.

What stays private

What you share in sessions, your session notes and the fact that you are a client are kept confidential. Notes are stored securely and are only accessed by the counsellors involved in your care and, where it applies, their clinical supervisor.

Couples and individual sessions

When you attend as a couple, your counsellor will explain at the start how information shared in any individual conversations is handled, so there are no surprises later.

The limits of confidentiality

There are ethical and legal limits. A counsellor may need to share information without consent if there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, if a child or vulnerable adult may be at risk, or where the law requires it. Wherever possible, we will talk with you first.

Questions

If you have any questions about confidentiality, email [email protected].

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