Oregon Center for Change, LLC, obeys all the laws and ethical principles that govern client-therapist privilege and confidentiality. What you say while you are here, and even the fact that you have been here, is subject to “legal privilege,” which means it is strictly confidential.
Your privacy protection at OCC is the same as the protection given to communication with a physician, a lawyer, or a priest.
Laws and professional ethics prohibit us from disclosing anything about you or your concerns to anyone, without your written permission by a Release of Information form.
All employees of Oregon Center for Change, LLC, are bound by the same strict guidelines as our treatment providers, to maintain the confidentiality of the clients we serve.
There are a few exceptions to these laws and ethical standards, however:
- We will take any action we consider necessary to prevent physical harm to yourself or others when there is “clear and imminent” danger of that happening. Oregon law requires OCC clinical personnel, except licensed psychologists, to report any ongoing situations in which alleged or suspected child, elder, or disabled person abuse is occurring.
- We may be required to release your records when ordered to do so by court subpoena. If a court requests this, we will first ask your permission to release the records.
- Your OCC therapists may consult with professional colleagues about their work with you. If we consult about your situation, we will not use your name or any identifying information, in order to assure your confidentiality.
- OCC treatment providers will discuss pertinent information about you within Oregon Center for Change, LLC, to determine appropriate treatment planning.