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A Private Place to Ask Questions

CAPE provides a confidential space to ask questions, discuss concerns, or explore experiences without pressure to share more than feels comfortable.

Talking with a CAPE counselor does not mean making a report or filing a formal complaint. Information shared with CAPE is not automatically provided to Title IX, law enforcement, supervisors, faculty, or other University offices.

What Confidentiality Means

CAPE counselors are confidential advocates. Conversations are intended to provide a private space to ask questions, talk through concerns, and learn about available options.

Information is not shared with others without permission, except in limited circumstances when disclosure may be required by law.

CAPE Is Separate from Reporting and Investigative Offices

CAPE does not investigate reports, determine whether a policy violation occurred, or require participation in a reporting process.

A CAPE counselor can explain reporting options, discuss what a process may involve, and provide advocacy or accompaniment if someone decides to move forward.

The decision about whether to report remains with the person seeking support.

Understanding the Limits of Confidentiality

There are limited circumstances when a CAPE counselor may be legally required to share information or take protective action.

Because these situations depend on the circumstances, confidentiality and its limits can be explained before personal information or details are shared.

Questions Are Welcome Before Sharing

There is no need to disclose personal details in order to ask how confidentiality works.

Questions can be asked before deciding whether to share information, continue a conversation, or schedule an appointment.

Questions about confidentiality? CAPE can be reached at (310) 243-3613 or cape@csudh.edu.

Page updated: September 18, 2026