Informed Consent for Counseling Services for a Minor under California Law is an agreement between a minor and a mental health provider; the agreement outlines the rights and responsibilities of the minor and mental health provider. It is important that the minor is informed of his/her rights, as well as the benefits and risks of counseling services. In California, there are two types of Informed Consent for Counseling Services for a Minor: Parental Consent and Minor Consent. For Parental Consent, a parent or legal guardian must provide written consent for the minor to receive counseling services. The written consent must include the name of the minor, the name of the mental health provider, the general description of the services being provided, the risks and benefits of the services, and the duration of the services. Additionally, the parent or guardian must sign the agreement and provide a copy to the minor. For Minor Consent, a minor may give consent for counseling services without parental or guardian consent. In order to provide Minor Consent, the minor must be deemed mature and capable of understanding the services being provided. The mental health provider must assess the minor to ensure the minor is capable of giving consent. The mental health provider must also provide the minor with a written document that outlines the general description of the services being provided, the risks and benefits of the services, and the duration of the services. The minor must then sign the agreement and provide a copy to the mental health provider. Informed Consent for Counseling Services for a Minor under California Law is a crucial agreement that ensures the minor is aware of his/her rights and the risks and benefits of counseling services.