Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Counseling » (3rd Edition)

For undergraduate and graduate courses in Counseling Ethics, Legal Issues in Counseling; a supplement for Introduction to Counseling, Practicum, or Internship courses.

From two leading scholars in the field of counseling, and written specifically for the future practicing counselor, this comprehensive volume offers an in-depth examination of the counseling profession. The authors approach each professional issue in counseling from both an ethical and a legal point-of-view, offering readers a complete, integrated exploration of all facets. Difficult issues are addressed in a straightforward manner, and practical, realistic advice is proffered through vignettes that showcase typical situations and dilemmas faced by practicing counselors.

Brief Contents

Section I: Foundations

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Professional Identity of Counselors

Chapter 3 Professional Practice in a Multicultural Society

Section II: Issues

Chapter 4 Client Rights and Counselor Responsibilities

Chapter 5 Confidentiality and Privileged Communication

Chapter 6 Records, Subpoenas, and Technology

Chapter 7 Competence and Malpractice

Chapter 8 Boundary Issues

Chapter 9 Counseling Children and Vulnerable Adults

Chapter 10 Counseling Families and Groups

Chapter 11 Evaluation, Testing, and Diagnosis

Chapter 12 Professional Relationships, Private Practice, and Health Care Plans

Chapter 13 Issues in Counselor Education

Chapter 14 Supervision and Consultation

Chapter 15 Research and Publications

Chapter 16 Resolving Legal and Ethical Issues

Appendix A American Counseling Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice

Appendix B Contact Information

Appendix C Counseling Disclosure and Agreement Forms

Appendix D Client Request Form to Transfer Records

Appendix E Clinical Supervision Model Agreement

Appendix F Guidelines for Counseling Case Notes

Appendix G Examples of Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Statutes

Appendix H Clinical Supervision Model Agreement

References

Author Index

Subject Index