Informed Consent Requirements for Therapists in Minnesota (MN)

Overview

Mental health professionals practicing in Minnesota must provide informed consent before initiating treatment. This page summarizes the key requirements under Minn. Stat. § 148.89 et seq., including minor consent rules, mandatory reporting obligations, and telehealth consent requirements.

Informed Consent Requirements in Minnesota

• Psychologist's name, title, license status, and business address
• Client's right to choose a provider and terminate treatment
• Description of services offered, treatment methods, and fees
• Confidentiality rights and all legal exceptions, including mandatory reporting
• Complaint procedures and contact information for the Board of Psychology

Governing Statute

Minn. Stat. § 148.89 et seq.

Minor Consent for Mental Health Treatment

Age of consent for minors: 18 years old in Minnesota.

Minnesota generally requires parental consent for mental health treatment of minors. Limited exceptions exist for emergency situations and chemical dependency treatment.

Mandatory Reporting Requirements

Governing law: Minn. Stat. § 626.556

Psychologists are mandated reporters. Must immediately report suspected child abuse or neglect to local welfare, police, or county sheriff.

Telehealth Consent in Minnesota

Separate telehealth consent required: Yes.

Informed consent specific to telehealth must be obtained before services. Board rules require documented consent.

Modality requirements: Video-based and audio-only telehealth are both permitted. Minnesota has been progressive in allowing audio-only services for mental health.

PSYPACT member: Yes — Minnesota participates in PSYPACT, allowing licensed psychologists from other PSYPACT states to provide telehealth services to clients in Minnesota.

PSYPACT member state. Non-PSYPACT out-of-state providers must hold a Minnesota license.