Recording Consent

Sessions can record a full therapy session only after you confirm that your therapist has agreed to be recorded and to the recording being transcribed by ElevenLabs. The app blocks recording until that confirmation exists, and it is recorded with a timestamp.

Why consent matters

Recording a conversation without the other person's knowledge is unlawful in many jurisdictions. In the United States, a number of states require the consent of everyone in the conversation, including California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington. Rules differ elsewhere. This page is not legal advice; if you are unsure, ask your therapist and check the law where you and your therapist are.

What to tell your therapist

That you are using an app to record and transcribe the session for your own use; that the recording is sent to ElevenLabs for transcription and then deleted from the app's storage; that the transcript is encrypted so only you can read it; and that you can delete it at any time. The app can share a short written note saying this.

The voice debrief needs no one's consent

Recording your own recap after a session is the default in Sessions. It is transcribed on your phone and involves no one else.