Ethical Dilemma 1: Confidentiality in Group Supervision Questions
Navigating Confidentiality: What are the ethical and legal implications of Ben’s request? How would you address the issue of group confidentiality with both Alex and Ben? Supervisory Role: As a supervisor, how do you manage the power dynamics and trust in this situation to protect the therapeutic alliance between Alex and the client? Ethical Decision-Making: […]
Case Presentation 9: The Client with a Terminal Illness Questions
Legal and Ethical Frameworks: What are the laws regarding assisted suicide in Texas? What is the LPC’s ethical duty in this situation? How does this differ from the duty to prevent suicide? […]
Case Presentation 8: The Dual Relationship with a Client’s Family Questions
Dual Relationships: What are the potential risks and ethical considerations of this new, indirect dual relationship? How does it differ from a direct dual relationship? […]
Case Presentation 7: The Self-Disclosing Supervisee Questions
Therapeutic Boundaries: What are the ethical guidelines regarding therapist self-disclosure? When is it appropriate, and when can it be harmful? Supervisory Interventions: How would you help Lisa explore her motivations for self-disclosing? What are the potential risks and benefits? […]
Case Presentation 6: The Unreported Abuse Questions
Reporting Requirements: What are the mandatory reporting requirements in Texas for child abuse and neglect? What constitutes ‘abuse’ in this context? Duty to Warn: How does the duty to report in this case differ from a ‘duty to warn’ (Tarasoff) situation? What are the ramifications for failing to report? […]
Case Presentation 5: The Subpoena Questions
Confidentiality vs. Legal Obligation: What is the proper procedure for responding to a subpoena in Texas? What are the key distinctions between a subpoena and a court order, and why is that distinction critical? Ethical Decision-Making: Using an ethical decision-making model, walk through the steps you would take to help Laura navigate this situation. What […]
Case Presentation 4: The Technology Trap Questions
Telehealth Ethics: What are the specific ethical considerations and potential risks of providing therapy solely through text messaging? How does the lack of visual and auditory cues impact the therapeutic process? Clinical Competence: How does this mode of therapy align with or deviate from standard clinical best practices? What are the limitations and potential dangers […]
Case Presentation 3: The Blurry Boundaries Questions
Ethical Considerations: What are the potential ethical issues and boundary violations in this case, specifically concerning dual relationships and the professional therapeutic relationship? Supervisory Interventions: How would you address Jessica’s motivation and intent? What specific questions would you ask to help her understand the difference between being helpful and maintaining professional boundaries? Action Plan: What […]
Module 7 Workbook
This workbook is the single graded submission for Module 7. Answer all three parts in one document, label each part, and submit once (type into the box below or upload one file). Sylveria Sanchez, LPC-S, reviews the whole workbook together and returns feedback within ten business days. Part 1: Reflection Questions What are the essential […]
Case Presentation 2: The Complex Ethical Dilemma Questions
Informed Consent: What information about confidentiality and its limits should have been established in the initial informed consent for couples counseling Ethical Decision-Making: Using an ethical decision-making model, walk through the steps you would take to help Michael resolve this dilemma. What are the potential conflicts between your duty to confidentiality and your duty to […]