Synopses & Reviews
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.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 341-364) and indexes.
Table of Contents
SECTION I: FOUNDATIONS
1. Introduction
2. Professional Identity of Counselors
3. Professional Practice in a Multicultural Society
SECTION II: ISSUES
4. Client Welfare and Informed Consent
5. Confidentiality and Privileged Communication
6. Records and Subpoenas
7. Competence and Malpractice
8. Boundary Issues
9. Counseling Children and Vulnerable Adults
10. Counseling Families and Groups
11. Evaluation, Testing, and Diagnosis
12. Professional Relationships and Private Practice
13. Technology and Health Care Plans
14. Issues in Counselor Education
15. Supervision and Consultation
16. Research and Publications
17. Resolving Legal and Ethical Issues
APPENDICES
A. American Counseling Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
B. Contact Information
C. American Counseling Association Cross-Cultural Competencies
D. Association for Specialists in Group Work: Principles for Diversity-Competent Group Workers
E. Counseling Disclosure and Agreement Forms
F. Client Request Form to Transfer Records
G. Clinical Supervision Model Agreement
H. APA Record Keeping Guidelines
I. Examples of Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Statutes
J. ACA Standards for the Internet
K. Clinical Supervision Model Agreement
L. Ethical Guidelines for Counseling Supervisors
REFERENCES
INDEXES