I agree with Aaron’s final quoted statement. I would adapt my career counseling methods by treating them equal and respecting their culture. I think that it is unethical for us as counselor not to allow self-expression in their careers because we need to appreciate each other’s differences. Assuming someone is not interested in training programs because of their culture does not seem morally right. It would be unethical for you as a counselor not to help them with career choices that beneficial to the client.…
The American Mental Health Counselors Associations (AMHCA) has their own code of ethics. It is to help mental health counselors to assist them on making the right ethical decision, the support of the association as well educate counselors and future counselors, the ethical standards of mental health counselors. When comparing both the ACA code of ethics and the AMHCA code of ethics there are some similarities. They both educate the counselor and the counselor in training on the ethic views on confidentiality, patient client relationship, and the responsibility of the counselors.…
This paper will provide a brief summary of both the American Counselor Association (ACA) and American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA) code of ethics, explore similarities and differences between the two, as well as discuss the application of these codes in the future as a professional counselor. Brief Summary of ACA and AMHCA Codes of Ethics The ACA Code of Ethics was born out of necessity for the need of an ethical standard for the relatively new counseling profession.…
From an ethical perspective, informed consent is paramount as it gives the client empowerment and sets a good basis for the beneficial relationship. A good informed consent bond is the client's full understanding of different legal and ethical characteristics of the counseling process. These include such things as the services to be in case, the behavior likely from the client, length of treatment, overall goals of the counseling plus others. Vital standards have been implemented where informed consent is concerned. The informed consent contract is part of the ongoing partner relationship between counselors and counseled.…
Code of Ethics According to the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA), the code of ethics is used as a guide for promoting and maintaining the highest standard of ethical behavior. There are 10 different principles that ARTA follows but there were just a few that really stuck out to me when reading this and learning more about it that I would like to discuss. Principle 2: Non-maleficence is the that every Recreational Therapist has an obligation to use their knowledge, skills, ability, and judgment to help persons while respecting their decisions and protecting them from harm.…
Barriers to Service As previously mentioned, disclosure is the first step toward healing after sexual assault. Unfortunately, for many victims, it is also the most difficult step to take. There are numerous reasons victims hesitate to disclose. These include fear of navigating the justice system, worry about retribution or further attacks by the assailant, shame, self-blame, and confusion about the assault (Baker et al., 2012).…
Ethics, laws, and values all originated from different sources; however, they all work together in establishing a structured honest business manner for the behavioral health industry. The American Counseling Association created a manual called, Code of Ethics, which helps regulate morally correct decisions. This ethics manual was based off five standards: autonomy, justice, beneficence, nonmaleficene, and fidelity. Laws are created by the government. State legislation handles most counselling issues whether authorizing state laws or carrying out federal laws.…
Although there are numerous guides for counselors to follow, none can offer absolute solutions to every scenario. Some situation, no matter the course of action, may have consequences that may harm the counseling relationship. Scenario 2 describes the misguided actions of an outpatient intern (John) for a specialty drug and alcohol addiction recovery center. John has interned for the facility for 9 months and has co-lead many groups. Thus, developing a positive client counselor relationship.…
The counselor is expected to act ethically, providing the client with complete, accurate and non-prejudiced information. They are required to measure the efficiency of the treatment and provide referral options to the client if need…
The main key philosophies of counseling professions are wellness, resilience, and prevention, which provide counselors the ability to evaluate, to form a connection between the concept and understanding of ideas, and to provide growth and wellness to develop a treatment plan for each clients. Wellness, resilience, and prevention are the three key philosophies that are constantly evolving as the years go by. According to Myers and Sweeney (2008), wellness is the paradigm for counseling that provides several strength-based solutions to limit dysfunction and increase growth in every aspect of the client. Wellness is the main results that every counselor want to reach with all their clients. Assuring wellness to all clients cannot only assure clients…
It is vital that a counselor or any professional when required to document case notes or note on individuals for treatment interview job performance forest or evaluation Etc. The professional shall adhere to the "code of ethics" and state mandates as to legal and ethical documentation standards and practices. Documentation is prerequisite to determining proper and needed treatment. In conclusion, record keeping and written records, both play of each designed for treating an…
The professional counselor career is delicate profession when dealing with ethical codes, and balancing a personal life. Being able to maintain, and separate, job, and personal life is definitely something one would be cautious about. A balancing plan should be in order between clients, and one’s personal problems outside of work (Counseling, 2011). Be that as it may, sometimes you do have some control over separating your work from your personal life, but there could be a time when things can slip through and you find you’re among priorities, and self-control. The problem will result from deficiency the inability to perform your job correctly, and being responsible, the ethical code is 4.05 of the (NASW), which will fall over to risking…
Thank you for sharing your experience. It takes a lot of courage to admit where we hold bias and prejudices. Once counselors are aware of the bias they hold then they are better able to start addressing ways in which they can correct these bias. Unlike clients, therapist have an ethical obligation to address these bias once we are aware of them (Aponte, 1985). As you mentioned, it is impossible for therapy to be free from personal values.…
Ethics plays a vitally important role in any career counselling process and there are various different aspects that need to be taken into consideration to not only protect the client but also to protect the career counsellor themselves. In the case of Jennifer, the main areas relating to ethical practice focus around confidentiality, accredited use of assessments, informed consent as well as protection of personal information. In terms of confidentiality, all information obtained during the process of career counselling needs to remain confidential between the client themselves and the career counsellor. Only in exceptional circumstances such as a request from the court of law may this confidential information be divulged.…
APA Ethical Guidelines for Psychologists The APA (2012) ethical guidelines for psychologist was written to deliver regulation standards on how psychologist should conduct themselves when working with clients. Ethics plays an important role in the field of psychology. Ethical concerns might arise at any time in various settings. The APA (2012) ethical guidelines for psychologists’ covers steps and guidance that need to be taken to minimize or avoid any harm to clients.…