Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 37, § 1360.64. Privileged communications

(1) Where child abuse, elder abuse, or the abuse of individuals with disabilities or incompetent individuals is known or reasonably suspected.

(2) Where the validity of a will of a deceased former patient is contested or his mental or emotional condition is at issue otherwise on judicial or administrative proceedings.

(3) Where the information is necessary for the defense of the medical psychologist in a malpractice action brought by the patient.

(4) Where an immediate threat of physical violence against a clearly identified victim or victims is disclosed to the medical psychologist.

(5) In the context of civil commitment proceedings, where an immediate threat of self-inflicted damage is disclosed to the medical psychologist.

(6) Where the patient puts his mental state in issue by alleging mental or emotional damages or condition in any judicial or administrative proceedings.

(7) Where the patient is examined pursuant to court order.

(8) Where the board is conducting an investigation or hearing.