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Professional Agreement

Please read the following carefully. It is your responsibility to understand the conditions of establishing a counseling agreement prior to entering into the counseling relationship. Continuing into the counseling relationship is considered your acceptance and understanding of these terms. Should you have any questions concerning this agreement, please call or e-mail my office.

All clients engaging in a counseling relationship must be 18 years or older or accompanied by a parent at the initial appointment.
 

Qualifications

Linda McCune, M.S. is a Licensed Professional Counselor (#18222). She received her master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Texas at Denton in 1991. She has been an associate member of The American Psychological Association since 1994, and is a member of the American Counseling Association. She has been employed by a private reproductive health services organization for the past 17 years. Her experience has been in assisting clients with many issues, including grief, anxiety, pain management, crisis management and decision making. She has also had training in relaxation techniques. Her experience has been with individuals, groups, couples, families, and teens. She is referred to in this document as "counselor".

Confidentiality

Visits for counseling services are confidential. Information shared with the counselor is released for the following reasons:

• legal requirements necessitate the counselor to report: abuse or neglect of minors, abuse, neglect or exploitation of elderly or disabled persons
   

• if threat exists for immediate harm to the client or others, appropriate medical or law enforcement agencies will be contacted by the counselor
   

• clients who are in a crisis or emergency situation are instructed to call 911
   

• legal issues involving the client that results in demand for information as per a court order
   

• with clients written consent.
   

Confidentiality for Couples Counseling

If individual counseling sessions are indicated, I will maintain confidentiality with each partner unless it is believed that information given to me is detrimental to the progress of couples therapy.  If I am given information by one partner (including phone calls, or email communication) that appears to be an impediment to progress in couple therapy, I will encourage and support the partner with the undisclosed information to share the information in a conjoint session.  I will not share this specific information without the partners consent, but if the partner refuses to share the information in a conjoint session, referral to another therapist is indicated.  If information given in an individual session indicates that treatment outside my professional expertise is needed I will provide appropriate referrals.


Counseling purposes, goals, and risks

The practice of counseling by licensed professional counselors is for the purpose of utilizing interpersonal, cognitive, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, psycho-dynamic, and affective methods and strategies to achieve mental, emotional, physical, and social development and adjustment throughout the life span. Risks of counseling may include possible changes in the relationship of married couples, as a consequence. A professional counselor will always strive to provide quality care for each client, and support clients in reaching resolution to the issues at hand.

Evaluation for Services

Prior to setting an appointment, each client must provide as much information as possible, so counselor may briefly evaluate clients needs. This can be done by telephone or e-mail. The purpose is to establish the client's needs and appropriate mode of services. There is no charge for this exchange of information.

 
Fee Agreement

Fees paid by credit card, will be collected prior to services provided. Credit card payments must be made utilizing the "Online Payment" option in this web site. If paying by check or cash, payment may be made for services at time services are rendered.

My hourly rate per client hour is no more than $120.00. Fees are flexible and arranged with client prior to provision of services. Fees for court appearance or deposition, if required, shall be no more than $40.00 per hour, payable by the client. In the event that a client's records are ordered released by subpoena, a charge of $30.00 shall be assessed to the client.

 
Insurance Provider

The client is asked to self-pay and file with his/her insurance company for reimbursement. Responsibility for payment rests with the client.

Missed or Canceled Appointments

Client agrees to cancel appointments at least 24 hours in advance. Clients not giving proper cancellation notice will be charged a $50.00 fee for each missed appointment.

 
Fee Refunds

Refunds will be given for the following reasons:
 
Client gives at least 24 hours notice to cancel prepaid appointment.

Counselor fails to keep the appointment.

All refunds will be made by check, mailed to client within seven days. Due to the security of the credit card payment program, counselor cannot access your card information for a refund to your card.

Referrals for Additional Services

Occasionally the client may need additional services not offered by the counselor. Counselor will provide client with referrals if possible. However, client holds the responsibility and risk for contacting and accepting these services and their outcomes.

 

Termination of Services

Client or counselor may choose to terminate the counseling relationship at any time. The party choosing to terminate the relationship agrees to contact the other party through e-mail or written letter, with reasons for termination. Client may choose to terminate the counseling relationship at anytime. Counselor may terminate relationship if they feel the client has reached their goals, the client is not progressing under the counselors care, or the counselor is not qualified to provide the services needed at this time. Counselor agrees to provide client with referrals for more appropriate services should this be needed.

 
Scheduling Appointments

Call 972.824.2121, or contact me at counselorlwm@yahoo.com, for a brief evaluation of your counseling needs and to discuss fees. Appointments are available at convenient times. If unable to keep an appointment, notification by phone 24 hours before scheduled time is required. You will be charged $50 for any missed appointments without 24 hour notice.

By making arrangements to use the counselor's services, you are agreeing to all conditions stated in this policy.

If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the services provided and wish to contact the counseling board to file a complaint, you may do so at the following address/phone number:

 
Texas State Board of Professional Counselors
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, Texas 78756
512.834.6658

 

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