Before Your Appointment

Patient Forms

Please download, complete, and return all required forms before your first appointment. This helps us make the most of your session time.

How to return completed forms: Email your completed forms to [email protected] at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment.

Therapy / Counseling Forms

Required for all new counseling clients

Therapy Intake Form

Required

Complete before your first therapy session. Includes personal information, presenting concerns, and mental health history.

Informed Consent for Therapy

Required

Reviews your rights as a client, confidentiality limits, telehealth policies, and the therapeutic relationship.

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Required

Explains how your health information is used and protected in accordance with federal HIPAA regulations.

Telehealth Consent Form

Required

Acknowledges the nature of telehealth services, technology requirements, and emergency procedures.

DOT SAP Evaluation Forms

Required for all DOT SAP evaluation clients

DOT SAP Evaluation Intake Form

Required

Required prior to your SAP evaluation. Includes employment information, violation details, and substance use history.

Release of Information — Employer

Required

Authorizes Next Opportunity Counseling to communicate with your employer or DER regarding your return-to-duty status.

Informed Consent for SAP Services

Required

Outlines the SAP evaluation process, your rights, confidentiality limits under 49 CFR Part 40, and reporting obligations.

Follow-Up Evaluation Consent

Required for clients returning for follow-up evaluations after completing the recommended education or treatment program.

Before Your First Appointment

Download all required forms for your service type

Complete forms fully — leave no fields blank

Email completed forms 24 hours in advance

Have your insurance or payment info ready

Test your video connection before your telehealth session

Next Opportunity Counseling

Compassionate counseling and certified DOT SAP evaluations — helping you move forward with confidence.

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License Disclosure: Services provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #138428), licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. All telehealth services are provided to clients located in California. This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a therapeutic relationship. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911.

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