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Ethical Documentation for Counselors (2020 Rerun)

Psychology In Seattle Podcast

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Navigating Counseling Documentation

This chapter explores the legal and ethical considerations surrounding documentation practices for counselors, focusing on the necessary disclosure statements and record-keeping requirements in Washington state. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining comprehensive progress notes while addressing the risks of clients opting out of detailed records. The discussion also clarifies the distinctions between progress notes and psychotherapy notes within HIPAA regulations and highlights the complexities of managing these notes in potential legal scenarios.

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