Discussion 8
Based on this week’s topic and previous readings, for this discussion, you will be creating a therapeutic contract for your use in your private psychotherapy practice. Review Dr. Kolme’s social media policy at http://drkkolmes.com/social-media-policy/ to learn about what to include in your therapeutic contract.
Imagine you are setting up a private practice and will also be providing teletherapy. Draft a 1-2 page informed consent (therapeutic contract) that you could use in your practice. It should cover the following:
1. Confidentiality & its limits
2. A statement about your digital practice & list the limits about types of online contact with you (including social media)
3. Add a statement about the security of online communication such as emails, texts etc.
4. Your fee and your session cancellation policy
For a sample, you can review Dr. Kolmes’s policy. Though it is very detailed, draw on the parts I am asking you to cover. Do NOT copy word to word,
but make it your own (she is more comprehensive than I’m asking you to draft).