EVERY CHILD HAS A VOICE, and consent is sought at the beginning of all work with the child, to
share information in the event that something that takes place in the
session is considered a danger to themselves or other people.
They are also made aware that the Therapist may discuss their work with
another professional, without ever mentioning names, in order to help
the therapist seek the best possible outcome for that child.
Written
consent for therapeutic work must also be given by the adult with legal
parental responsibility for the child. In the case of
looked after children the lead professional, usually the child's Social
Worker, must be consulted. Data sharing will also be discussed
and agreed if the clinical work is used by the therapist for research
purposes to include photographing art work.
Identifying
from the outset, who is the school's Child Protection / Safeguarding
officer is essential, as is maintaining up-to-date knowledge and
awareness of Child Protection and Safeguarding though regular training.
Contact with
other professionals may take place through email, meetings, phone calls
etc. The Art Therapist must strive not to work in isolation and
should provide feedback to members of staff, family member and outside
agencies throughout treatment and evaluation of the child.
Offering feedback in this way does not need to compromise the
confidential space established with the child. In some cases it
will be appropriate for a key member of staff, such as a Learning
Mentor, to make these links and provide feedback on behalf of the Art
Therapist. When emailing confidential client-related information
or reports between professionals, documents will be password protected
and follow relevant protocol.
[TO REFLECT NEW DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS ALL IMAGES USED ARE WITH PERMISSION OF THE THERAPIST]
[ALL IMAGES USED ARE CREATED AND WITH PERMISSION OF THE THERAPIST]
