All aspects of your sessions are confidential by State and Federal laws, as well as APA Ethics Codes. No information can be released without your written permission. This means, without your permission, no one can be informed about your visits. There are different guidelines regarding minors (children 17 years and younger).  There are limits to confidentiality however: If you pose serious, imminent threat to yourself or someone else If you report current ongoing child or elder abuse If a judge orders a release of your information If you are a minor (under the age of 18), written consent is needed from your parent in order to treat you, except in emergency situations In all of these scenarios, your provider will discuss concerns with you prior to acting.