Who are approved recipients for minimal disclosure?

Approved recipients for minimal disclosure typically include judges, law officials, and specific allied health professionals due to their roles in the legal and healthcare systems. These recipients are often required to have access to certain confidential information to perform their professional duties effectively. For instance, judges may need information for legal proceedings, while allied health professionals involved in a client's care may require relevant details to provide comprehensive treatment.

Maintaining confidentiality is a fundamental ethical principle in counseling, but exceptions exist when disclosure is necessary for legal compliance or to ensure the well-being of the client. In these instances, minimal disclosure means providing only the essential information needed for the specific purpose, which helps protect the client's overall privacy while still meeting legal and medical obligations.