Ethics - Multiple Relationships (not clients)

Question 1

Multiple relationships occur when a psychologist, rendering a psychological service to a client, also is or has been:

a) in a non-professional relationship with the same client;
b) in a different professional relationship with the same client
c) in a non-professional relationship with an associated party; or
d) a recipient of a service provided by the same client. (APS 2008a, p. 98)

What are some examples of this?

Answer 1

For Example

1. Friend, cousins nephew and also psychologist
2. Hairdresser and psychologist
3. Relative of your client - your kitchen renovated by her husband
4. You are receiving a service provided by client i.e. your gardener

Question 2

What are multiple relationships?

Answer 2

Multiple relationships occur when a psychologist, rendering a psychological service to a client, also is or has been:

a) in a non-professional relationship with the same client;
b) in a different professional relationship with the same client
c) in a non-professional relationship with an associated party; or
d) a recipient of a service provided by the same client. (APS 2008a, p. 98)