CPLEE Laws That Guide the Specifics of Clinical
Practice Qs & As
What are exceptions to privilege? Correct Ans-1. When the client's mental health is the
reason for the legal case
2. For court ordered evaluations
3. When therapy is used to commit a crime or avoid being detained (e.g. using therapy as an
alibi)
4. For issues regarding a deceased client's will or final words that only the therapist knows
about
5. When client is a danger to self, others, or property AND disclosure can prevent the harm from
occurring
6. When the client or therapist is required to make a report that is open to public inspection
7. When the client is under 16, is a victim of a crime, and disclosure is in the best interest of the
client
8. When client or therapist alleges a breach in duty
What happens when a therapist receives a subpoena? Correct Ans-The therapist should
contact the client to see whether or not they want to claim privilege.
Subpoenas CANNOT be ignored.
, What should a therapist do if a client invokes privilege? Correct Ans-The therapist should ask
to be released from the subpoena or have the subpoena modified. If this request is denied, the
therapist should arrive with whatever documents are required from the subpoena and claim
privilege.
What happens if a court order is given after claiming privilege? Correct Ans-The therapist
must comply with the court order.
What minors can consent to treatment without a caregiver's consent? Correct Ans-Minors
who are 12+ and mature enough to participate in therapy alone.
What happens if a therapist chooses not to include a minor's caregiver in treatment? Correct
Ans-They should document why they are not including the caregiver
What types of treatment can a minor not receive without parental consent regardless of age or
maturity level? Correct Ans-ECT, psychosurgery, and medication
What are the rules related to minors seeking pregnancy-related care? Correct Ans-Minors of
any age are allowed to seek care related to pregnancy without caregiver consent
What are the rules related to minors seeking sexual assault-related care? Correct Ans-Minors
under the age of 12 are allowed to seek care related to sexual assault without caregiver's
consent, though the therapist must try to contact the minor's caregiver unless they believe the
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