Information exchange

[Reflections]

The new therapist I'm currently seeing asked for information about my last therapist (name, office, etc). I wanted to know if new therapists typically get information from previous therapists, like notes, records, etc.

 

[Muttly]

I don't know about typical but I know it's not unusual. I believe there was a release or something, if my previous therapist was going to pass on the notes. As I felt that my previous therapist hadn't really understood my issues and been unintentional damaging towards the end, I didn't agree to having my notes shared. And that was fine with my current therapist and hasn't been a problem.

 

[Reflections]

I don't know about typical but I know it's not unusual. I believe there was a release or something, if m...

Your situation is similar to mine. My last therapist also didn't really understand me and my issues and was unintentionally damaging. I left feeling unheard and judged, which I told my current therapist. I don't really want my old therapists opinions influencing my current therapeutic relationship.

I don't recall signing any release for notes. Just whatever I initially signed for confidentiality.

 

[EveHarrington]

Are you in the USA? If so you’d have to sign a release form in order for notes and records to be transferred.

 

[Reflections]

Are you in the USA? If so you’d have to sign a release form in order for notes and records to b...

Yes, I live in the USA. I don't believe I signed any release form, so I guess I'm fine :)

Thank you, btw, I really appreciate being able to ask such simple questions. It can be hard/confusing to find information online.

 

[EveHarrington]

No worries! Many of us have been dealing with this stuff forever. I know it can be overwhelming when you are new to the disorder or to treatment. Feel free to ask anything as chances are that someone here can help!

Hugs.