Confidentiality is a legal obligation not to disclose information without the client’s consent. In Ontario, this applies to both adults and teens. If you want to speak with your therapist about private information, you can decide who has or doesn’t have access to this information including your parents. However, there are certain circumstances when a healthcare provider is required by law to disclose confidential information. This can include a duty to warn intended victims, report suspected child abuse, or if they get subpoenaed by court.