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When there are concerns about safety, such as self-harm, harm to others or family violence, a clinical risk assessment helps identify risk and protective factors and creates a clear plan to keep people safe.
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Quick answer
A clinical risk assessment is a structured evaluation of the likelihood of harm, such as self-harm, suicide, violence or family violence, based on interviews, history, current stressors and protective factors. A trained clinician summarizes risk and protective factors and recommends a safety plan, treatment and supports to reduce risk.
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For suicide or crisis support at any time, call or text 9-8-8.
When it helps
Risk assessments are used when there is a specific safety concern.
Concerns about a person’s safety and need for support.
Safety concerns in a relationship or household.
Concerns about harm to others.
Understanding risk to guide counselling and supports.
Requests from lawyers, employers or other professionals for an assessment.
Assessing readiness and safety after a crisis.
What is included
Assessments are respectful, thorough and focused on safety and support.
Assessments are completed by Mukesh Mishra, MSW, Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) in Alberta.
A structured conversation about history, current stressors, thoughts and behaviours.
Review of factors that increase risk and those that protect, such as supports and coping skills.
Practical steps, supports and treatment to reduce risk.
Step by step
We discuss the concern, the purpose of the assessment and consent.
Interview, history and, with consent, information from others.
Findings on risk and protective factors with recommendations.
Safety planning and counselling support where appropriate.
Call us to talk through your situation, what the assessment involves and what you need to bring.
No. Risk assessments are scheduled appointments. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 9-8-8 any time.
Individuals, families and professionals such as lawyers or employers can request an assessment, with the consent of the person being assessed.
Yes, within legal limits. Where there is a serious and imminent risk of harm, we may be required to share information to keep people safe. This is explained before the assessment begins.
Fees depend on scope and the report required. Contact us for a quote.
No. You can book directly online or by phone. A doctor’s referral is not required, although some insurance plans ask for one, so check your plan if you plan to claim.
Our office is at 3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2, in South Edmonton. We also offer secure online sessions anywhere in Alberta.
Take the first step
Send a request and we will contact you to confirm details and scheduling, or book directly on our secure Jane App portal.
587-372-3143
contact@disha.ca
3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2
In crisis? Call or text 9-8-8, or dial 911. This form is not monitored around the clock.
