Informed Consent

Informed Consent

Welcome to my professional website. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I am committed to maintaining ethical standards, protecting your privacy, and providing clear boundaries.

1. Not a Substitute for Therapy

Content shared on this page is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing or interacting with this page does not establish a therapist-client relationship, in accordance with professional standards set by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and Utah state regulations.

2. Confidentiality & Utah Law Your confidentiality is a top priority and is protected under Utah law and professional ethics. However, internet platforms are not secure. Any comments, messages, or interactions on this page are not confidential and may be visible to others.

Please do not post personal health information or sensitive details. I cannot ensure confidentiality in this setting, and I will not respond to clinical information shared publicly.

3. Communication & Telehealth Regulations I do not provide therapy, clinical advice, or telehealth services on this platform, including direct messages. Utah law and professional guidelines require that telehealth services occur through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms with proper informed consent.If you are a current client, please use our established communication methods (e.g., secure client portal, phone, or approved email).

4. Professional Boundaries (LMFT Ethics) To maintain ethical boundaries consistent with AAMFT Code of Ethics, I do not accept friend requests or engage in personal social media relationships with current or former clients. You are welcome to follow   this professional page at your discretion.

5. Public Interactions & Risk to Privacy Engaging with this page (liking, commenting, sharing content) is public. Others may infer that you have an interest in mental health services. Please consider your privacy before interacting.

I reserve the right to remove comments that compromise confidentiality, are inappropriate, or conflict with ethical obligations.

6. Record Keeping Considerations Interactions on social media are not part of your clinical record and will not be monitored or documented as therapeutic communication. If clinically relevant information is shared via social media, I may redirect you to appropriate channels to ensure proper documentation and continuity of care.

7. Emergency & Crisis Resources This page is not monitored for emergencies or urgent concerns. If you are in crisis:

• Call 911

• Go to your nearest emergency room

• Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial or text 988)

• In the State of Utah, you may also contact the Utah Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255

8. Licensing & Jurisdiction I am licensed to practice in Utah and Montana. Services (including telehealth) are provided only to clients located in jurisdictions where I am authorized to practice, in accordance with licensing laws.

9. External Links & Third-Party Content This page may include links to third-party websites or resources. I do not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, or privacy practices of external content.

10. Consent By engaging with this page, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Policy.