Treatment plans allow for continuous care that takes into consideration a person’s past concerns and treatment as well as current needs. To obtain the information needed to complete a treatment plan, a mental health worker must interview the client. Most documentation and information created or discussed during mental health treatment is kept confidential. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding any mental health symptom or medical condition. Rule grants consumers and people in treatment various privacy rights as they relate to consumer health information, including mental health information. Part of being an ethical therapist is about doing what you are competent in so that you do not cause harm to the client. Don’t try to attempt a therapy you are not trained in unless you have plenty of clinical supervision with an expert.
