Chapter 5 Ethics and the Counseling Relationship

Question 1

if we use a technique that isn’t well-researched, what should we tell the client

Answer 1

that we are doing as such, so that they can consent, and they are aware of potential risks/benefits.

Question 2

if a client requests a technique that is known to be harmful, should we still use it

Answer 2

no. we know the research

Question 3

what are 3 reasons a counselor might not support the use of empirically based interventions

Answer 3

manualized approach does not allow for creativity with clients

intervention too complex to incorporate

There are not empirically based interventions for all types of clients or disorders

Question 4

define competence when it comes to the use of an intervention

Answer 4

therapist has the knowledge and skill required to deliver a treatment to the standard needed for it to achieve its expected effects

Question 5

what are the 3 factors of one’s competence

Answer 5

education, experience, and certification.`

Question 6

what are the 3 ways to measure a student’s competence

Answer 6

f skills, behaviors, and professional dispositions

Question 7

how do we measure the competence of a graduated and licensed professional

Answer 7

there is no way

Question 8

define counselor impairment

Answer 8

significant negative impact on a counselor’s professional functioning

Question 9

does impairment mean unethical behavior

Answer 9

no, but it could lead to unethical behavior

Question 10

how is impairment detected

Answer 10

we detect it in others, so that is why we seek supevision.

Question 11

when it comes to seeing an impaired colleague, what are the 6 steps to addressing the issue

Answer 11

informal resolution with the counselor in question.

evaluating the information, determining who should talk to the person in question, taking time to prepare for the meeting, balancing empathy and compassion with clarity and facts, and being sure to follow up