What is a Self-Care Evaluation? How do I book one? Is it right for me?
Self-Care Evaluation: Overview
WHAT: Self-Care Evaluations are single, 50-minute, non-therapy sessions facilitated by a Mental Health Consultant. They’re aimed at helping you take inventory of your self-care strategies and providing actionable suggestions.
WHERE: All Self-Care Evaluations are remote, held via HIPAA-compliant video software.
WHO: These evaluations are great for clients who are not in crisis but are looking to improve self-care and gain insight and feedback about their mental wellness. Anybody located outside of the Bay Area in California may sign up for this care experience.
HOW (to sign-up): Book a Self-Care Evaluation via the normal Kip sign-up process, when you choose your care experience. After scheduling, you’ll receive an email with instructions such as how to access the video link and a questionnaire that you’ll need to complete at least 24 hours in advance.
*Note: Self-Care Evaluations launch in February 2019, but you may book an evaluation now. If you need help booking, you may reach out to us at via website chat box (lower right corner of the page) or email us at care@hellokip.com.
Self-Care Evaluation: FAQs
Is this a clinical assessment?
No, this is not a clinical assessment. Clinical assessments can only be conducted by a licensed practitioner in your state/location. If you would like to receive a clinical assessment please request a booking directly with one of our practicing psychotherapists.
Will I receive a mental health diagnosis?
No, a diagnosis will not be provided. Diagnosis can only be provided by a licensed practitioner in your state/location. If you believe you hold a mental health diagnosis or would like to be assessed for one, please request to book directly with one of our practicing psychotherapists.
Is this therapy/psychotherapy?
No, this is not therapy/psychotherapy. Therapy/psychotherapy can only be provided by a licensed practitioner in your state/location. If you would like to receive therapy/psychotherapy please request to book directly with one of our practicing psychotherapists.
What if I'm having thoughts about ending my life/suicide?
If an individual has experienced SI anytime in the past month, they should proceed straight to a clinical assessment with a practicing psychotherapist, not the Kip Self-Care Evaluation. If an individual is currently experiencing suicidal thoughts, please contact your local police department (911 in the USA; 999 in the UK) or go to your nearest hospital.
What if I'm having thoughts about hurting someone else?
If an individual has experienced HI anytime in the past month, they should proceed straight to a clinical assessment with a practicing psychotherapist, not the Kip Self-Care Evaluation. If an individual is currently experiencing homicidal thoughts, please contact your local police (911 in the USA; 999 in the UK) department, or go to your nearest hospital.
What if I have recently been hurt/harmed?
If an individual has recently experienced an event where they have been physically or mentally harmed, they should proceed straight to clinical assessment with a licensed practicing psychotherapist for support, not the Kip Self-Care Evaluation.
Will my information be protected?
Your information will be confidential except if…
- You threaten or attempt to commit suicide or otherwise conduct yourself in a manner in which there is a substantial risk of incurring serious bodily harm.
- You threaten grave bodily harm or death to another person.
- The Mental Health Consultant has a reasonable suspicion that you or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years.
- Suspicions as stated above in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses, including economic abuse.
- Suspected neglect of the parties named in items #3 and #4.
- A court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena.
If any of the items #1-6 occur, the necessary individuals including but not limited to local police department, child services, adult services, and/or identifiable victim to protect the public will be notified.
What if I want my Self-Care Evaluation overview sent to someone?
If you want a summary sent to someone, you can fill out a Release of Information form and a summary will be sent to the identified individual.
What if I end up needing more support than the Self-Care Evaluation?
If desired or appropriate, referrals will be made to appropriate services.
Who is this NOT appropriate for?
If in the past 30 days you have…
- Experienced suicidal thoughts
- Attempted suicide
- Self harmed (cutting, burning, etc.)
- Experienced homicidal thoughts
- Been discharged from a psychiatric hospital
- Experienced a traumatic event
What is a Mental Health Consultant?
A Mental Health Consultant is an individual who has the educational knowledge of mental health and self-care skills. Mental Health Consultants do not provide clinical assessment, clinical diagnosis, or psychotherapy. Mental Health Consultants will refer individuals out to services as appropriate.
A Mental Health Consultant can/will break confidentiality to protect you or the public if…
- You threaten or attempt to commit suicide or otherwise conduct yourself in a manner in which there is a substantial risk of incurring serious bodily harm.
- You threaten grave bodily harm or death to another person.
- Your Mental Health Consultant has a reasonable suspicion that you or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years.
- Suspicions as stated above in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses, including economic abuse.
- Suspected neglect of the parties named in items #3 and #4.
- A court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena.
*Still have questions? Need help getting started? Feel free to reach out via the website chat box (lower right corner of the page) or email us at care@hellokip.com.
