Monica Franz, MA Ethics and Disclosure Statement

When the heart Is cut or cracked or broken Do not clutch it Let the wound lie open Let the wind From the good old sea blow in To bathe the wound with salt And let it sting. Let a stray dog lick it Let a bird lean in the hole and sing A simple song like a tiny bell And let it ring Let it go. Let it out. Let it all unravel. Let it free and it can be A path on which to travel. ~ M.Leunig

As I am deeply committed to ensuring best practices in all areas of the client's process, I provide a copy of my Disclosure Statement for review and discussion during the initial consultation. A complete copy of this Statement is available on request and includes information such as fees, ethical accountability, ownership of files, confidentiality and its limits, cancellation policy, process of closure, assurances as to the client's confidentiality, autonomy, and receipt of quality of care. During the initial consultation, I invite the client to collaborate in identifying those therapeutic goals that they understand would be most beneficial at that time. These goals may be revisited and changed at any time during the counselling process. I am committed to ensure that I facilitate the client's reaching their identified therapeutic goals in as skilled and expeditious a means as possible. I consult with the client periodically during our work together to ensure that they are satisfied with the course the therapeutic process is taking.