Counseling Ethics Flashcards
True or False: Laws are more prescriptive than ethical standards, have been incorporated into code, and carry greater sanctions or penalties for failure to comply.
True
Because there are greater penalties associated with laws, the counselor will often follow the __________ if there is no harm to the client.
legal course of action
When determining which code of ethics to follow, what should counselors consider?
- The setting of the practice
- Is there a particular code that applies to the setting
- In what capacity is the professional operating
_________ are not ethics, per se, but do recommend practice standards that professional counselors should strive to uphold.
Best practice guidelines
What does the Code of Ethics address?
The responsibilities of professional counselors toward their clients, colleagues, workplace, and themselves
How many sections does The Code have?
Nine sections, A- I
What are the nine sections of The Code?
A) The Counseling Relationship
B) Confidentiality, Privileged Communication, and Privacy
C) Professional Responsibility
D) Relationships with Other Professionals
E) Evaluation Assessment, and Interpretation,
F) Supervision, Training and Teaching
G) Research and Publication
H) Distance Counseling, Technology, and Social Media
I) Resolving Ethical Issues
How long should a counselor wait after the counselor-client relationship has ended before engaging in any romantic or sexual relations with a client, a client’s family members, or a client’s romantic partner?
5 years
What does informed consent include?
- Purposes, goals, techniques, procedures, limitations, potential risks, and benefits
- The counselor’s qualifications
- Continuation of services, right to refuse treatment
What are the highlights of Section B: Confidentiality, Privileged Communication, and Privacy?
- Be respectful of differing views and inform clients with whom/when and how information will be shared
- Ensure confidentiality when using technologies
- Maintain the confidentiality of deceased clients per legal requirements and policies
- Inform parents and legal guardians of the confidential nature of the counseling relationship and establish rapport
What are the highlights of Section C: Professional Responsibility?
- Be cognizant of harmful personal impairments and do not provide services
- Assist supervisors or colleagues in recognizing impairment and if necessary, provide assistance, intervention, or consultation
- Designate a “records custodian” and create a proper plan for file and client transfer
- Use empirical base techniques and modalities
What are the highlights of Section D: Relationships with Other Professionals?
- Become knowledgeable about colleagues and develop positive working relationships and communication systems.
- Be respectful of differing approaches to counseling services as well as the traditions and practices of other professional groups.
- Work to develop and strengthen relations with interdisciplinary colleagues
What are the highlights of Section E: Evaluation, Assessment, and Interpretation?
- Take into account cultural, social and personal factors when making assessments.
- Be aware of social and historical prejudices in the pathologizing and misdiagnosis of specific individuals and groups, and the role of mental health professionals in the these problems.
- Generate objective findings that are supported by appropriate techniques and information when conducting forensic evaluations.
What are the highlights of Section F: Supervision, Training, and Teaching?
Foster professional relationships and create appropriate boundaries with students.
What are the highlights of Section G: Research and Publication
- Protect the identity of research participants
- Do not plagiarize
- Evaluate and publish within competency
