CLIENT DISCLAIMER
1 on 1 sessions with Athina Weiss
-Athina Weiss is not a licensed doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist or medical professional. Sheis a Trauma Informed Somatic processing facilitator. Athina’s years of lived experience, extensive study and independent research has given her experiential insight into the nature of trauma, addiction and mental health and what she does with her clients is based on independent study, and what she has found most helpful for herself and her clients.
-The techniques Athina uses are considered alternative to that of the mainstream medical model; though alternative they are evidence-informed approaches and are backed by the latest neuroscientific research. She has found the techniques effective in assisting in the resolution or management of trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction and somatic stress.
-Sessions with Athina are not for the official diagnosis, prevention or cure of any condition or disease.
-When speaking of “healing” Athina is not referring to medical or physical conditions, but rather an experience where the traumatized parts of the psyche and body are given a chance to integrate and release, which assists in the regulation of the nervous system which can ease or resolve symptoms.
-Athina will not give advice, nor is trained to give advice around medication. Any decision around your medication needs to be made with your GP, psychiatrist or prescribing professional.
-If you are suffering from suicidal ideation, Schizophrenia, BPD (borderline personality disorder), DID (dissociative identity disorder), or other forms of mental illness please note that sessions with Athina are not equipped to treat these kinds of diagnosis, and they should be treated by a medical professional. In these cases, she has seen the information and techniques used to regulate the nervous system be helpful for those who are suffering with these diagnoses, though she does not work with these issues directly due to it being beyond her scope of practice.
-Athina does not make any promises of specific results. The techniques Athina uses have in her own experience and in the observation of many of her clients experience has brought about tangible and intangible benefits in their lives and assisted in the resolution of somatic stress, though there can be no guarantee of a specific outcome as each client responds differently.
-Any life altering decision made from a client's interpretations of a discussion in session is a client's responsibility. If one is considering making a life altering decision based on a dialogue or insight that occurs in session, for example
leaving one's partner or family, changing or coming off medication, leaving their job, trying psychedelic medicines or any other decision where there may be consequences Athina encourages every client to seek alternative opinions and support when making them.
-Refunds will not be given if cancellation occurs within 24 hours prior to the session.
CONFIDENTIALITY:
Your personal information is gathered as part of your assessment and treatment. All of this is kept securely and, in the interests of your privacy I would like to emphasize that your privacy and the information that you provide is protected at all times.
Limits to confidentiality
All personal information gathered by the practitioner during the provision of the service will remain confidential except when:
-It is subpoenaed by a court; or
-There is reasonable belief that places you or another person at serious risk to life, health or safety; or
-Your prior approval has been obtained to
●provide a written report to another professional or agency. e.g. GP, school
or a lawyer; or
●discuss the material with another person, eg. a parent, employer or health provider; or
●disclose the information in another way; or
-You would reasonably expect your personal information to be disclosed to another professional or agency or guardian (e.g. your GP or parents) and disclosure of your personal information to that third party is for a purpose which is directly related to the primary purpose for which your personal information was collected; or
-Disclosure is otherwise required or authorized by law; or
-When consulting with colleagues, or in the course of supervision,
I will be required to conceal your identity and any associated parties involved.
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