By Danny W. Pettry II, M.Ed., M.S., LPC, NCC, CTRS-BH
Confidentiality is a foundation of trust in recreational therapy—especially in behavioral health settings. When clients feel safe sharing personal information, healing becomes possible. Even small slips, like talking in hallways or leaving paperwork out, can cause harm.
Recreational therapists handle sensitive information every day. Protecting that information is not just a policy—it’s an ethical responsibility. When confidentiality is respected, clients feel safer, more respected, and more willing to engage in treatment.
If you work in behavioral health, understanding confidentiality helps protect your clients and your professional practice.
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