Nevada Mental Health Client Information
1. Overview
The following information is provided for individuals receiving counseling services while located in the State of Nevada. It is intended to describe licensure, telehealth services, confidentiality, client rights, and other important information relevant to services provided in Nevada.
2. Client Rights and Key Information
Professional Licensing Authority
Jason Joseph is licensed as a Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Nevada. Services provided to Nevada residents are regulated by:
Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors
7324 West Cheyenne Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89129
Phone: (702) 486 7388
Website: https://mftc.nv.gov
Clients may contact the Board for information about licensing standards or to file a complaint regarding professional conduct.
Telehealth Services
All counseling services provided to Nevada residents through Pattern Shift Counseling are delivered via secure telehealth technology.
Telehealth involves the use of electronic communication systems that allow counseling services to occur when the client and counselor are in different physical locations. Telehealth services may involve certain limitations or risks, including technology interruptions or limitations in observing nonverbal communication.
Clients may withdraw consent for telehealth services at any time.
Confidentiality
Information shared during counseling sessions is generally confidential and protected by applicable privacy laws and professional ethics.
Confidentiality may be limited in certain circumstances, including situations involving risk of serious harm, suspected abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable person, or when disclosure is required by law or court order.
Additional information regarding confidentiality is provided in the practice informed consent documents.
Veterans Services Information
Nevada law requires mental health professionals to ask new adult clients whether they have served in the United States Armed Forces. If a client identifies as a veteran, information about services available through the Nevada Department of Veterans Services may be provided.
Additional information is available at:
https://veterans.nv.gov
Emergencies
Counseling services provided through this practice are not intended for emergency or crisis situations.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact:
911
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
3. How to Request Records
Clients have the right to request access to their counseling records in accordance with Nevada law and applicable privacy regulations.
Requests for records may be submitted in writing using the contact information listed below. Additional information regarding records requests may be provided upon request.
4. How to File a Complaint
Clients may file a complaint regarding professional conduct with the Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors using the contact information below:
Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors
7324 West Cheyenne Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89129
Phone: (702) 486 7388
Website: https://mftc.nv.gov
5. Practice Information
Pattern Shift Counseling, PLLC
Jason Joseph, CPC (NV), LPC (TX), LPC (OR), LMHC (WA)
Telehealth Services
Phone: 214 600 4830
Email: jason@patternshiftcounseling.com
6. Legal References
This information is provided in accordance with applicable Nevada laws and regulations governing the practice of clinical professional counseling and telehealth services.
For additional information, visit the Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors website:
https://mftc.nv.gov