In general, information shared in session is confidential and may not be revealed to anyone, unless the client signs a release of information. However, there are some instances whereby we are legally required to disclose information from a session. These are: These are: when there is reasonable suspicion of child abuse or elder or dependent adult abuse, where the patient threatens violence to an identifiable victim and when the patient presents a danger of violence to others or is likely to harm him or herself unless protective measures are taken.