Uses effective therapeutic communication skills, including maintaining confidentiality, with…

3. How do I share client information with community agencies while protecting confidentiality?
Obtain written informed consent that specifies what is shared, with whom, and for what purpose. Apply the minimum necessary principle and de-identify data whenever possible. Verify agency policies and legal requirements, document disclosures, and record consent. In emergencies follow mandatory reporting rules and inform the client as soon as feasible.