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What is the primary reason a counselor may breach confidentiality?
What is the primary reason a counselor may breach confidentiality?
What potential consequence does a counselor face for overreacting and breaching confidentiality?
What potential consequence does a counselor face for overreacting and breaching confidentiality?
When can a counselor face a malpractice suit for breaching confidentiality?
When can a counselor face a malpractice suit for breaching confidentiality?
In addition to duty to warn, what is another mandated responsibility of counselors regarding reporting cases?
In addition to duty to warn, what is another mandated responsibility of counselors regarding reporting cases?
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How do mandatory abuse reporting laws protect counselors who report suspected abuse in good faith?
How do mandatory abuse reporting laws protect counselors who report suspected abuse in good faith?
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Why is it important for counselors to be aware of their state laws regarding duty to report suspected abuse or neglect?
Why is it important for counselors to be aware of their state laws regarding duty to report suspected abuse or neglect?
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What is the primary purpose of counselor licensure?
What is the primary purpose of counselor licensure?
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Which counselors are required to have a license to practice?
Which counselors are required to have a license to practice?
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What distinguishes national counselor certification from state licensure?
What distinguishes national counselor certification from state licensure?
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Why is confidentiality considered a complicated concept in counseling?
Why is confidentiality considered a complicated concept in counseling?
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In which situation is the counselor generally expected to maintain confidentiality?
In which situation is the counselor generally expected to maintain confidentiality?
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What is the main purpose of privileged communication in counseling?
What is the main purpose of privileged communication in counseling?
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What is a counselor's duty regarding confidentiality?
What is a counselor's duty regarding confidentiality?
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In what circumstances should a counselor breach confidentiality?
In what circumstances should a counselor breach confidentiality?
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What is required before breaching confidentiality according to the text?
What is required before breaching confidentiality according to the text?
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What consequences could a counselor face for breaching confidentiality without a valid reason?
What consequences could a counselor face for breaching confidentiality without a valid reason?
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When can a counselor breach confidentiality in cases not covered by privileged communication?
When can a counselor breach confidentiality in cases not covered by privileged communication?
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What legal duty might require a counselor to breach confidentiality?
What legal duty might require a counselor to breach confidentiality?
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Study Notes
Confidentiality in Counseling
- Primary reason for breaching confidentiality: Protecting the client or others from harm.
- Consequences for overreacting and breaching confidentiality: Disciplinary action, malpractice lawsuits, and damage to professional reputation.
- Malpractice suit for breaching confidentiality: When a counselor's actions cause harm to a client, even if well-intentioned.
- Mandatory responsibility of counselors besides duty to warn: Reporting suspected child and elder abuse.
- Protection for counselors reporting suspected abuse in good faith: Laws shield them from liability, even if the report is false.
- Importance of state laws for counselors: They define reporting obligations and exceptions, preventing legal consequences.
- Primary purpose of counselor licensure: Protect the public by ensuring counselors meet minimum competency standards.
- Counselors requiring licensure: Those providing mental health services and holding themselves out as professionals.
- Difference between national counselor certification and state licensure: Certification is voluntary while licensure is mandated by the state and defines scope of practice.
- Confidentiality as a complicated concept: Balancing client's right to privacy with counselor's ethical and legal obligations.
- Confidentiality maintenance: Generally expected in all therapeutic interactions.
- Purpose of privileged communication: To protect the confidentiality of communication between counselor and client in legal proceedings.
- Counselor's duty regarding confidentiality: Protecting client information and preserving their trust.
- Circumstances for breaching confidentiality: When there's a serious threat to self or others, legal requirement, or mandated reporting.
- Requirement before breaching confidentiality: Careful consideration, documentation of the decision-making process, and consultation with supervisors or legal counsel when necessary.
- Consequences of breaching confidentiality without valid reason: Professional and legal sanctions, including loss of license.
- Breaching confidentiality in cases not covered by privileged communication: When reporting required by law (e.g., child abuse) or when client poses a significant threat.
- Legal duty requiring breach of confidentiality: Duty to warn those at risk, mandated reporting laws, and court orders compelling disclosure.
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Test your knowledge on confidentiality in counseling and the importance of maintaining client privacy. Learn about situations where confidentiality may need to be breached and the importance of obtaining written consent from clients.
