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Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen provides on-line Internet information as a benefit to the public.
This service is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace consultation with the therapist.
Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen cannot answer specific psychological questions on-line; however, she will provide general answers to questions raised by individuals requesting information which Is not intended to be used diagnostically or therapeutically by the person(s) inquiring information about the services offered by this practice.
Resources listed, quoted, and individual (guest) articles, etc. and their authors, or links to other websites, do not necessarily support all or any of the views held by Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen.
Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen makes no assurance that patients will feel better as a function of accessing this web site. Moreover some of the material may be of an upsetting nature and may necessitate a referral for psychotherapy to work through some of the issues that were raised as a result of accessing this material.
It is further understood that the information provided on this website is not a substitute for formal psychotherapy with a licensed clinician. Individuals should also understand that there are other ways of recovering from trauma or psychological problems other than the views mentioned in this website.
Although the Web provides a great deal of information on a variety of topics and subjects, Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen suggests that it is advisable for you to seek professional consultation to insure that your questions are adequately answered and that, if necessary, a treatment plan is tailor-made to your unique clinical situation.
Confidentiality Statement:
Information disclosed to Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen will not be released to anyone except where disclosure is required by Federal and Florida State Statutes. Also, understand that confidentiality may be breached and legally required under the following circumstances: a) if a court orders the release of information about any communication; b) if there is reasonable suspicion that the individual presents a threat of violence or the probability of harming self, others, or the therapist; or c) if there is evidence or strong suspicion of exploitation or any physical or emotional abuse to child, adult (male or female), the elderly, or animals. Please remember that because the Internet is not entirely secure, individuals self-disclose at their own risk. Dr. Engebretsen is not, then, responsible for any breaches of the information reported on the web by the patient or representative or any other concerned person related to the inquirer in any way.
Copyright:
Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen owns the copyright of all contents of this web site unless otherwise indicated.
All such copyrighted material may be used as long as the copyright notice and permission notice is included in the reproduction.
Reprints or electronic reproduction of any document in part or in its entirety is prohibited, unless prior written consent is requested from Dr. Karen E. Engebretsen. Address all applications and inquiries to Dr. Karen in writing by email, fax or the postal service.