NBCC CSI Booklet

• Ask questions about confidentiality and its limits as specified in state laws and professional ethical codes. • Receive information about emergency procedures (e.g., how to contact your counselor in the event of a crisis). • Ask questions about counseling techniques and strategies, including potential risks and benefits. • Establish goals and evaluate progress with your counselor. • Request additional opinions from other mental health assessment professionals. • Understand the implications of diagnosis and the intended use of psychological reports. • Obtain copies of records and reports. • Terminate the counseling relationship at any time. • Share any concerns or complaints you may have regarding a professional counselor’s conduct with the appropriate professional counseling organization or licensure board.