Social Media Policy

Purpose and Scope This policy outlines the guidelines for using social media by Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness, its therapists, and clients. It aims to protect confidentiality, maintain professional boundaries, and uphold the integrity of the therapeutic relationship.

Social Media Interactions

  1. Friend Requests and Personal Connections: Therapists are prohibited from accepting friend requests or connecting with clients on personal social media platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc. This is to protect the client's confidentiality and privacy and maintain the therapeutic relationship's professional nature.

  2. Professional Social Media Use: Therapists may use professional social media pages, like a professional Instagram account, to share psychoeducational materials. Clients are not required to follow these pages. Content shared on these platforms is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional therapy.

  3. Interactions on Practice's Social Media Pages: Clients are welcome to like or follow Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness's official social media pages (e.g., on Instagram and Facebook). However, the practice will not follow clients back, respond to direct messages, or reply to comments on these platforms to maintain ethical boundaries. Clients needing to contact their therapist between sessions should use email or phone.

Online Conduct and Privacy

  1. Online Research on Clients: Therapists at Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness do not conduct online searches about their clients. If a therapist inadvertently encounters a client's information online, they will avoid engaging with or reading the content.

  2. Website Information: Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness maintains a professional website that is accessible to clients. It provides information about the practice, services, fees, therapist backgrounds, and specialties. Clients are encouraged to review this information and reach out via email or phone with any questions.

Communication Channels

  1. Email Communication: Email is the preferred mode for arranging or modifying appointments. Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness utilizes a HIPAA-compliant email server to ensure secure and confidential communication.

  2. Telehealth Platform: A secure and confidential HIPAA-compliant Telehealth platform is used for virtual therapy sessions.

Policy Acknowledgment Thank you for reviewing Elea Praxis Counseling & Wellness's Social Media Policy. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines to ensure a secure and professional therapeutic environment. If you have any questions or concerns about these policies, please do not hesitate to reach out for further discussion.