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Client Information

Please give at least 24 hours notice of cancellation. A charge is made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice. Naturally unforseen emergency situations will be taken into account.

We ask that you make payment at each session. No appointment can be scheduled beyond the third visit without payment unless special arrangements are made.

Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region is a not-for-profit agency that receives funding from many different sources, including insurance, client out-of-pocket expense, supporting congregations, United Way, fundraisers, the Silent Samaritan fund, and the Samaritan Care Fund. See below for further information about funding and support. More information about using insurance >

The primary source of income at Samaritan Counseling Center is client fees. We believe it is important for those who receive a valued service to pay at least a portion of the cost of their counseling.

A second source of funds is supporting congregations of many faiths, who yearly include the work of Samaritan Center in their mission giving. Covenant Congregation Information >

Another source of funds is the United Way. Samaritan Counseling Center is a United Way agency and is proud to cooperate with other member agencies in serving the community.

Our fundraisers also help and public support of these efforts help us cover the actual costs of the counseling we provide.

The Silent Samaritan Fund subsidizes uninsured and under-insured clients. This fund is made possible through generous donations from local individuals, communities and clergy.

Samaritan Counseling Center also receives gifts of money, skilled help and supplies from interested individuals and service clubs. All these efforts help us provide help for that portion of our clientele who are in financial need.If you have any questions, please call (518) 374-3514 for more information.

Service Quality is Monitored

Your relationship to your therapist and to the center is a personal and private matter. On occasion your therapy may be assisted by requesting information from other professionals with whom you have had contact. No contact will be made with any outside person and/or agency without your written permission, except in the event of danger to self or others or if you use a managed care insurance plan.

Samaritan Counseling Center believes that care must be carefully managed internally. We therefore have in place rigorous Continuous Quality Improvement procedures. Staff and records are monitored regularly, and staff meet both in weekly individual and peer supervision, as well as monthly with our consulting psychiatrist. We also collaborate with area psychiatrists to whom we refer.

Staff are trained in brief, focused therapy to work closely with managed care companies and HMOs. Staff can also provide longer-term, intensive psychotherapy when indicated by diagnosis.

Client Rights and Responsibilities

With respect for cultural and ethnic identity, religion, disability, gender, age, marital status and sexual preference
In a physical environment that is safe, sanitary, conducive to effective treatment and which appropriately safeguards the privacy and confidentiality of client/provider interaction
From providers who are qualified, competent, focused on each individual's care and are reasonably accessible to the client.
Free of unprofessional involvement with providers or staff.
That emphasize client participation in developing a treatment plan that is specific to his or her needs, and includes the client's agreement to work toward defined goals.

Diagnosis, recommended treatment, benefits and costs in terms that the client can reasonably understand.
Names and credentials of providers involved in the client's care.
Practices that relate to client care and treatment services.
Client's responsibilities to ensure better treatment outcomes.
Records pertaining to the client's care, having the information explained or interpreted as necessary, except when protected or restricted by law.
Resources available through Samaritan Counseling Center for communicating concerns or questions and for resolving disputes, conflicts or grievances.

In case of discussions, consultations, examinations and treatment services.

In communications and records pertaining to care, except cases such as suspected abuse and danger to self or others, when reporting is permitted or required by law

In cases where clinical information is important to share to assure medical appropriateness, such as to a referring primary care physician, a signed release will be obtained from the client. The confidentiality of the information will be emphasized when any information is released. Clients with concerns about treatment may call the clinical director at (518) 374-3514.

Associations and Information

National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
www.socialworkers.org

American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC)
www.aapc.org

American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
www.aamft.org

Samaritan Institute - Denver, Colorado
www.samaritan-institute.org

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Home About Us In the News Make an Appointment Get Intake Forms Therapy Services Staff Locations Workshops & Events Project PASS Project Recovery Relationship Institute Clergy Institute Donations Covenant Congregations Internship & Residency	Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region
	Make an Appointment Intake Form Child/Adolescent Intake Form Privacy Policy Client Information Do you accept my insurance? For Our CDPHP Clients: Adult Wellness Assessment Youth Wellness Assessment You need Adobe Reader to open the forms. Download it for free here:	Client Information Cancellation Policy Please give at least 24 hours notice of cancellation. A charge is made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice. Naturally unforseen emergency situations will be taken into account. Payment Policy We ask that you make payment at each session. No appointment can be scheduled beyond the third visit without payment unless special arrangements are made. Fees and Insurance Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region is a not-for-profit agency that receives funding from many different sources, including insurance, client out-of-pocket expense, supporting congregations, United Way, fundraisers, the Silent Samaritan fund, and the Samaritan Care Fund. See below for further information about funding and support. More information about using insurance > Support The primary source of income at Samaritan Counseling Center is client fees. We believe it is important for those who receive a valued service to pay at least a portion of the cost of their counseling. A second source of funds is supporting congregations of many faiths, who yearly include the work of Samaritan Center in their mission giving. Covenant Congregation Information > Another source of funds is the United Way. Samaritan Counseling Center is a United Way agency and is proud to cooperate with other member agencies in serving the community. Our fundraisers also help and public support of these efforts help us cover the actual costs of the counseling we provide. The Silent Samaritan Fund subsidizes uninsured and under-insured clients. This fund is made possible through generous donations from local individuals, communities and clergy. Samaritan Counseling Center also receives gifts of money, skilled help and supplies from interested individuals and service clubs. All these efforts help us provide help for that portion of our clientele who are in financial need.If you have any questions, please call (518) 374-3514 for more information. Service Quality is Monitored Confidentiality Your relationship to your therapist and to the center is a personal and private matter. On occasion your therapy may be assisted by requesting information from other professionals with whom you have had contact. No contact will be made with any outside person and/or agency without your written permission, except in the event of danger to self or others or if you use a managed care insurance plan. Continuous Quality Improvement Samaritan Counseling Center believes that care must be carefully managed internally. We therefore have in place rigorous Continuous Quality Improvement procedures. Staff and records are monitored regularly, and staff meet both in weekly individual and peer supervision, as well as monthly with our consulting psychiatrist. We also collaborate with area psychiatrists to whom we refer. Staff are trained in brief, focused therapy to work closely with managed care companies and HMOs. Staff can also provide longer-term, intensive psychotherapy when indicated by diagnosis. Client Rights and Responsibilities Clients have the right to receive services With respect for cultural and ethnic identity, religion, disability, gender, age, marital status and sexual preference In a physical environment that is safe, sanitary, conducive to effective treatment and which appropriately safeguards the privacy and confidentiality of client/provider interaction From providers who are qualified, competent, focused on each individual's care and are reasonably accessible to the client. Free of unprofessional involvement with providers or staff. That emphasize client participation in developing a treatment plan that is specific to his or her needs, and includes the client's agreement to work toward defined goals. Clients have the right to certain information containing Diagnosis, recommended treatment, benefits and costs in terms that the client can reasonably understand. Names and credentials of providers involved in the client's care. Practices that relate to client care and treatment services. Client's responsibilities to ensure better treatment outcomes. Records pertaining to the client's care, having the information explained or interpreted as necessary, except when protected or restricted by law. Resources available through Samaritan Counseling Center for communicating concerns or questions and for resolving disputes, conflicts or grievances. Clients have the right to protection of privacy and confidentiality In case of discussions, consultations, examinations and treatment services. In communications and records pertaining to care, except cases such as suspected abuse and danger to self or others, when reporting is permitted or required by law In cases where clinical information is important to share to assure medical appropriateness, such as to a referring primary care physician, a signed release will be obtained from the client. The confidentiality of the information will be emphasized when any information is released. Clients with concerns about treatment may call the clinical director at (518) 374-3514. Associations and Information National Association of Social Workers (NASW) www.socialworkers.org American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC) www.aapc.org American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) www.aamft.org Samaritan Institute - Denver, Colorado www.samaritan-institute.org
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