Social Media Policy for Kate Leppard

As an art therapist, I am committed to maintaining ethical, professional, and safe boundaries on social media. This policy outlines how I engage online to protect client privacy and maintain the integrity of the therapeutic relationship.

1. Purpose of This Policy

This social media policy is in place to:
    •    Protect client confidentiality and ensure privacy is always respected.
    •    Maintain professional boundaries between my role as a therapist and online interactions.
    •    Clarify how I use social media in relation to my practice.
    •    Provide guidance on how to contact me for therapy-related inquiries.

2. Personal vs. Professional Social Media
    •    My professional social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) are used for sharing educational content, resources, inspiration, and updates about my practice.
    •    My personal social media accounts are private and not used for client engagement.
    •    Engaging with my professional social media (likes, comments, shares) does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

3. How I Use Social Media for My Therapy Practice
    •    I use social media for education, awareness, and inspiration, not for direct therapy services.
    •    I may share general information on art therapy, somatics, and self-care, but my posts should not be considered a substitute for therapy.
    •    Any artwork or client-related content shared is only posted with explicit written consent, ensuring full anonymity if needed.

4. Friending & Following Policy
    •    I do not accept friend requests from current or former clients on my personal social media accounts.
    •    I do not follow clients on social media, as this can blur professional boundaries.
    •    If you follow my professional accounts, please know that I will not acknowledge our therapeutic relationship to protect your privacy.

5. Commenting, Following, and Sharing Policy
    •    You are welcome to engage with my professional social media, but please be mindful of your privacy when commenting or sharing personal experiences.
    •    If you comment, please avoid discussing any details of our work together to maintain confidentiality.
    •    I do not share client posts, testimonials, or artwork unless full consent is given.

6. Public Conversations on Social Media
    •    Social media is not a private space. If you need to discuss something personal, please contact me directly rather than commenting publicly.
    •    I do not engage in therapy discussions via comments, messages, or posts.

7. Public Reviews of My Practice
    •    While I appreciate feedback, I do not request or respond to public reviews of my therapy services.
    •    If you choose to leave a review, please be mindful of your own privacy, as I cannot confirm or acknowledge a therapeutic relationship.

8. Use of Social Media Regarding Clients
    •    I will never post client information, artwork, or session details without explicit written consent.
    •    Any shared content (such as testimonials or anonymous case studies) will be fully anonymized and only posted with permission.
    •    If you see me engaging with a post that seems related to our work, please know that I do not discuss clients online.

9. How to Contact Me for Bookings & Inquiries
    •    For therapy inquiries, bookings, or general questions, please email me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.kateleppard.com
    •    I do not schedule sessions or discuss personal matters via social media DMs.

By engaging with my social media, you acknowledge and respect these guidelines. Thank you for being part of this space for creativity, healing, and growth. 💜