Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Why do minors need parental consent in order to recieve counseling or therapy?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
State laws: Texas law, as in other states, determines who can legally give consent for a treatment. Until a kid reaches 18, the parents are given that right/responsibility. If the kid is "emancipated", living on their own over 16 or has been given that status but a court, they are exempt & can consent. Some issues like std treatment & reproductive health are exempted from that rule as a public health issue.
Answered 5/14/2016
5.6k views
Parental Consent: The answer to your question depends on the state of residence and in many jurisdictions the age of the child. It may be wise to pursue other options if you are the minor looking for help. School counselors, faith leaders & trusted adults can assist. Many counselors, myself included will not provide care to a child if a legal issue (custody, residential rights, ongoing cases) is unresolved.
Answered 1/17/2016
1.8k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
I have had E.M.G. testing resulting in a confirmation of carpal tunnel syndrome, but took no proper treatment. The doctor stated that it was a minor problem from testing. I am 37, take care of aging parents as well as two children; being active is a neces
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
Could use your help docs! my brother needs counseling but my parents refuse to do anything about it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I feel like me and my parents need to go to therapy. But i know for a fact they would lie and bend the truth, which would make therapy useless. Help?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
If an adult goes to counseling and reveals that she was abused as a child, will the parents be turned in by the counselor?
9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What to do if my brother needs counseling but my parents refuse to do anything about it?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
How do I find counseling therapy at universities for community members?
I've tried from medicine, physical therapy &counseling.My disabilities & pain keep me from everyday life. whats out there, i know pain meds will help?
I'm wondering can therapy/counseling help me?
What kind of counseling therapy is needed to help a child with attachment problems/
Will parental abuse be safely addressed in family counseling?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
