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The document is a 'No Harm Contract' between a therapist and a client, outlining the client's commitment to refrain from suicide attempts during therapy. It specifies actions the client should take if feeling suicidal, including contacting the therapist or seeking help from others. The therapist is authorized to reach out to the client's friends or family in crisis situations and must inform the client of any extended absence from their practice.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the no harm contract in the editor.
In the first section, fill in the names of both the therapist and client where indicated. Ensure accuracy as this establishes the agreement.
Next, enter the date of your verbal agreement and the date you are signing the contract. This is crucial for record-keeping.
Review the commitment statement regarding suicide attempts. Make sure it reflects your understanding and agreement.
In the list provided, specify any actions that should be taken if suicidal feelings arise. This may include contacting family or seeking medical help.
Sign and date at the bottom of the form. Both parties must do this to validate the contract.
Finally, ensure that two copies are printed and signed—one for each signatory.

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Is a safety plan the same as a safety contract?

A Safety Plan is not a contract. It is important to understand that keeping themselves safe is a choice the patient can make. By completing and following a Safety Plan, the patient is agreeing to collaborate with the clinician on ways to keep themselves safe.

Why would someone need a safety plan?

Safety planning is a harm reduction strategy that empowers victims to consider their safety whether or not they are still in the abusive relationship or are thinking about leaving. This enables a victim to think about possibilities for staying safe on a daily basis.

What is an example of a no self harm contract?

I, take responsibility for my safety and agree not to harm myself in any way. I understand that if I am having suicidal thoughts, I will call my counselor at .

What is the difference between a safety plan and a no harm contract?

A safety plan is different from a no-harm contract in that, rather that committing to what a person will not do, it is a specific commitment for what a person will do. Joiner and others refer to this type of intervention as part of Commitment to Treatment Statements (CTS).

What is a safety contract for a suicidal patient?

Contracts for safety, NSCs, and no-suicide decisions are common terms used to describe an agreement between the patient and clinician whereby the patient agrees not to harm him or herself. The agreements are usually written but are sometimes verbal.

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How is a crisis response plan different from a no-suicide contract?

The crisis response plan therefore outlines what to do during a crisis (i.e., use a range of coping strategies), an approach that sharply contrasts with the contract for safety, which outlines what not to do during a crisis (i.e., engage in suicidal behavior).

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