Privacy Policy
The law protects the relationship between a client and a therapist/psychiatrist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission. A consent for the release of information is a specific form intended to protect confidential information and facilitate communication between designated individuals or agencies
Exceptions include:
~suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
~if a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person(s), I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
~if a client intends to harm himself or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me (and expected by me) by law in order to ensure their safety.
Seth W. Pois, M.D.
(502)425-5422
1300 Clear Springs Trace
Suite #7
Louisville, KY 40223
office@sethpoismd.com
