As therapists in private practice, we handle highly sensitive client information every day. This means understanding how long to retain records is just as important as knowing how to keep them safe. A common question arises: How long should I keep clients’ notes for?
The answer is 7 years,
So then you might ask…..
Why do we keep therapy records for 7 years?
Continue reading for the three key reasons: how to manage children’s notes and what the exceptions are to the rules
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