Building Family Counseling

Specialties

Posting a review of my services is your right as a client and it is entirely up to you to decide whether you wish to write a review. But I gently discourage clients from posting reviews of my practice for the reasons below.

The American Counseling Association code of ethics statement C.3.b. says: «Counselors who use testimonials do not solicit them from current clients nor former clients nor any other persons who may be vulnerable to undue influence.» Since you may decide to return to therapy with me at a later date, I do not request testimonials from people who have ended therapy with me.

Unlike other business owners who may respond to their Yelp reviews, as a counselor, I must provide confidentiality to my clients. This means I am restricted from responding in any way that acknowledges whether someone has been in my care.

History

Established in 2012.

If we work together, I hope we can discuss your feelings about our work directly and in person. This may not always feel comfortable, but discussion of your positive and negative reactions to our work can be an important part of your therapy. If we are not a good match, I’m always happy to help you find a therapist who better suits you.

If you do write something about my practice on Yelp, note that this is a public forum. To preserve your privacy, consider using a pseudonym that is not linked to your regular email address or friend networks.

If you believe that I (or any licensed mental health professional) have done something harmful, consider contacting your state licensing board to make a formal complaint. This may protect other consumers of therapy services. Be aware that details of your therapy may come up if there is a formal investigation.

Meet the Business Owner

Dawn F.

Business Owner

If you would like to learn more about me and my practice, please visit my site at www​.Build​ing​Fam​i​ly​Coun​sel​ing​.com

My thanks to Dr. Keely Kolmes for her suggestions on Yelp use for psychotherapists. www​.drkkolmes​.com