Ethical Issues in Counseling Flashcards
Assessment
Evaluating the relevant factors in a clients life to identify themes for further exploration in the counselling process
Boundary Crossing
A departure from a commonly accepted practice that could be potentially beneficial to a client
Boundary Violation
A boundary crossing that takes the practitioner out of then professional role, which generally involves exploitation.
Confidentiality
The responsibility not to disclose information about the client
Diagnosis
The analysis and explanation of clients problems Explanation Account Classification Specification Estimation
Dual or Multiple Relationships
A counsellor assumes two or more roles simultaneously or sequentially with a client. Professional or non professional roles.
Evidence based practice
Techniques that have empirical evidence to support their efficacy
Mandatory ethics
The minimum level of professional practice
Positive ethics
An approach taken by practitioners who want to do their best for clients rather than to simply meet minimum standards to stay out of trouble
Practice based evidence
Using data generated during treatment to inform the process and outcome of treatment
Privileged communication
A legal concept that generally bars the disclosure of confidential communications in a legal proceeding.
Aspirational Ethics
A higher level of ethical practice that addresses doing what is in the best interests of clients
Informed Consent
Involves the right of clients to be informed about their therapy and to make autonomous decisions pertaining to it.
Evidence Based Practice (EBP)
The integration of the best available research with clinical expertise in the context of patient characteristics, culture, and preference.
