Therapists have the responsibility to prevent suicide if they can reasonably anticipate it.Once it is determined that a client is at risk for serious harm to self,the professional is:

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Therapists are both legally and ethically required to take appropriate action to protect a client if they can reasonably anticipate the client is at risk for serious harm to themselves, including suicide. This includes interventions such as developing a safety plan, possibly involving hospitalization if necessary, and notifying family or authorities if the risk is imminent.

Therapists Have the Responsibility to Prevent Suicide If They Can