Topic: Minor Consent to Mental Health Care in California

Below is a series of six short recorded trainings (about 10 minutes each) addressing frequently asked questions regarding minor consent to mental health care in California. They are grouped as follows:

• Part 1: Consent Basics
• Part 2: California Consent Law
• Part 3: California Minor Consent for Outpatient Care
• Part 4: Confidentiality of Minor Consent Mental Health Information in California
• Part 5: Minor Consent and Billing Insurance
• Part 6: Minor Consent and School-Based Services in California

Please note: The information provided in these presentations does not constitute legal advice. The information presented provides highlights of the most relevant laws but does not provide comprehensive information about all laws that might be pertinent in a specific situation. For legal advice, an attorney who is familiar with all applicable state and federal laws should be consulted. 

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Part 1: Consent Basics

Part 2: California Consent Law

Part 3: California Minor Consent for Outpatient Mental Health Care

Part 4: Confidentiality of Minor Consent Mental Health Information in California

Part 5: Minor Consent and Billing Insurance

Part 6: Minor Consent and School Based Services in California