Under what circumstance is a therapist NOT required to keep information confidential?

The correct answer is grounded in the principle of confidentiality that is foundational to therapy. Therapists are typically mandated reporters when there is a clear and present danger to individuals or society, which includes circumstances where an individual poses a risk of harm to themselves or others. If a client commits an act of theft against the therapist, it creates a dual relationship that could compromise the therapist's objectivity and neutrality. However, this situation does not automatically nullify confidentiality obligations.

In contrast, confidentiality may not be maintained in situations where the therapist must report the possibility of harm. For instance, if a minor is involved and discloses abusive situations, the therapist has a legal and ethical obligation to report such disclosures to protect the minor. Similarly, sharing information at conferences is typically done in a way that anonymizes client details to protect confidentiality.

Thus, while there could be circumstances affecting confidentiality, the obligation to report harm elevates in specific contexts which might not always align with incidents involving theft against the therapist. This highlights the complexities of confidentiality in therapeutic relationships and the varying responsibilities therapists have based on the situation.