Clients Rights?

As a client of a counsellor you have a right to expect that:

· You will be treated with respect

· You will receive a clear explanation of the service on offer

· Your consent will be sort prior to any therapy commencing and as it progresses

· You will receive an explanation about the nature and limits of confidentiality surrounding the therapy

· You will receive competent and professional service

· You will receive a clear statement about fees

· You will have an understanding of the goals that you and the counsellor are working towards

· You will receive a service free from sexual or other harassment

· You will be shown respect for your cultural background and language tradition