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What ethical principle involves promoting a client's well-being?
Which ethical principle focuses on respecting the right of clients to be self-governing?
What does fidelity refer to in ethical counseling practice?
Which standard in ACA guidelines pertains to confidentiality?
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In ethical counseling, what does nonmaleficence refer to?
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What is the primary responsibility of a CRC/CCRC?
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Which section of the 2014 code addresses prohibited noncounseling roles and relationships?
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What is the purpose of informed consent in counseling?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a harmful interaction with a client?
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In the case of suspected child abuse, what happens to the concept of confidentiality?
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What is the general rule regarding harmful vs nonharmful interactions with clients?
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In which situation should a CRC/CCRC document interactions in third person?
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What does the term 'informed consent' entail according to the text?
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'Maintaining boundaries and professional relationships' is addressed in which section of the 2014 code?
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Which type of relationship with a client is considered technically illegal or unethical?
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Study Notes
Ethical Principles in Counseling
- Promoting Client's Well-Being: The principle focuses on enhancing the client's overall health and happiness, prioritizing their best interests.
- Respecting Self-Governance: This principle emphasizes autonomy, allowing clients to make their own informed choices without coercion.
Fidelity in Counseling Practice
- Fidelity: Refers to the duty of counselors to uphold commitments, maintaining trust and loyalty in the client-counselor relationship.
Confidentiality Standards
- ACA Confidentiality Guidelines: Outline the obligations of counselors to protect client information and uphold privacy in all counseling sessions.
Nonmaleficence in Counseling
- Nonmaleficence: The ethical principle of "do no harm" that mandates counselors to avoid actions that could harm clients, both physically and emotionally.
Responsibilities of CRC/CCRC
- Primary Responsibility: The Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) or Certified Clinical Rehabilitation Counselor (CCRC) primarily ensures the welfare and rights of clients within the rehabilitation process.
Prohibited Roles and Relationships
- Non-Counseling Roles Section: Section 6 of the 2014 ACA Code examines the boundaries of counselor-client relationships, especially those that may lead to conflicts of interest.
Informed Consent Purpose
- Informed Consent: Serves to educate clients about the counseling process, ensuring they understand the risks, benefits, and their rights within the therapeutic relationship.
Harmful Interactions
- Non-Harmful Interaction Example: Providing empathetic support, clear communication, and professional boundaries are seen as beneficial interactions rather than harmful.
Confidentiality and Child Abuse
- Child Abuse Disclosure: In cases of suspected child abuse, confidentiality is ethically overridden, allowing counselors to report to authorities for the protection of the child.
Harmful vs. Non-Harmful Interactions
- General Rule: Counselors should strive to foster non-harmful interactions while being trained to recognize potentially harmful behaviors and intervene appropriately.
Documentation in Third Person
- Documentation Guidelines: A CRC/CCRC should document interactions in the third person particularly when discussing sensitive topics or when conflicts arise in the client-counselor relationship.
Informed Consent Definition
- Informed Consent: It includes providing clients with necessary information about the counseling process and obtaining their agreement to proceed based on that information.
Maintaining Boundaries
- Addressing Boundaries: Section 3 of the 2014 ACA Code expressly covers maintaining professional relationships and the importance of boundaries within the counseling context.
Illegal or Unethical Relationships
- Technically Illegal/Unethical Relationships: Any romantic or sexual relationship with a client is considered both illegal and unethical due to the inherent power imbalance and violation of trust.
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Description
Explore key ethical principles in therapy practice such as autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and fidelity. Understand the importance of respecting clients' rights, promoting their well-being, avoiding harm, and keeping promises in therapeutic settings.
