Information Sharing & Disclosure Policy
KJ Counselling Services
Effective Date: April 25, 2025
1. Overview
KJ Counselling Services is committed to maintaining confidentiality and protecting personal and clinical information.
This page outlines the circumstances under which information may be shared, in accordance with professional ethical standards and Canadian privacy legislation.
2. Clinical Confidentiality
All counselling services are delivered by licensed and registered mental health professionals.
Information shared within therapy sessions is confidential and protected by professional standards and applicable privacy laws.
Clinical information is not shared without client consent, except where required or permitted by law.
3. Circumstances Where Information May Be Shared Without Consent
Confidentiality may be limited in the following situations:
Risk of serious harm to self or others
Suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or vulnerable person
Court order, subpoena, or legal requirement
Regulatory reporting obligations
In such cases, only the minimum necessary information will be disclosed.
4. Internal Information Sharing
Limited information may be shared internally within KJ Counselling Services for:
Clinical matching and coordination
Administrative scheduling
Billing and service management
Internal sharing is conducted on a need-to-know basis and in accordance with confidentiality standards.
5. Corporate Programs
For corporate mental health services:
Individual employee counselling remains confidential
No personal clinical details are shared with employers
Organizational reports, where applicable, are aggregated and anonymized
Employers receive only program-level information unless explicit written consent is provided by the individual.
6. Written Consent for Disclosure
Information may be shared with third parties only when:
The client provides written authorization
The scope and purpose of disclosure are clearly defined
Clients may revoke consent in writing at any time, subject to legal limitations.
7. Third-Party Service Providers
KJ Counselling Services may use secure third-party platforms for:
Scheduling
Payment processing
Secure clinical documentation
These providers are selected for compliance with applicable privacy and security standards.
8. Questions Regarding Information Sharing
If you have questions about confidentiality or information disclosure, please contact:
KJ Counselling Services
general@kjcounsellingservices.com
403-796-4010
Calgary, Alberta, Canada