Running Head: CODE OF ETHICS Code of Ethics Comparison Chandra Haliburton Liberty University Abstract Utilizing a code of ethics in an organization is critical,especially in the counseling field because it is used to protect the clients and provide counselors both contemporary and christian with requirements of their positions. The code of ethics of the American counseling association (ACA) and American Association of Christian counselors (AACC) are upon agreement on certain topics and this research allowed me to determine the differences and similarities when it came to the following topics: confidentiality,sexual relationship and conflict of interest. Introduction During our readings, we were informed that code of ethics provide broad guidelines for mental health practitioners. (Corey,2011). This assignment is determining the differences between ACA and AACC when it comes to their code of conduct..
The American Mental Health Counseling Association (AMHCA) is a professional counseling association which also represents mental health counselors and this organization is also governed by a code of ethics which members are expected to follow in education, training, and practice. The code of ethics offered by the AMHCA is a guide to support and educate its members in making sound ethical decisions and to define ethical behavior (AMHCA, 2010). In my option, one of the greatest obstacles in the field of mental health counseling is the taboo associated with services based on cultural concerns. Once counselors have acquired the skills needed to communicate effectively with people
According to Pope and Vasquez (2007), informed consent provides the client and the therapist the opportunity to understand his or her legal rights and each have an equal vested interest in the treatment process. Pope and Vasquez (2007) also stated that informed consent is a decision making-process that gives the client the right to state whether he or she wants to participate in these assessments and treatments. The client is given the opportunity to decide whether he or
I will then demonstrate some of the ethical issues therapists are challenged with and how these can relate to the initial consultation. Finally I will highlight the importance of the initial consultation and what factors a therapist shall incorporate in order to remain professional and ethical at all times. First impressions are made in the first few seconds
Just the same as any other situation first impressions at this point are vitally important. First impressions and opinions about a person and their surroundings are drawn upon first meetings and to be able to build a good relationship and rapport with a client it is important that these impressions of the therapist to the client and vice versa are good ones. It is important that the environment that the client is entering for therapy is positive and welcoming while still being professional there are a number of factors as a therapist that you need to consider here. Firstly the layout of the room should be carefully thought of, generally the set up should consist of two slightly off facing upright chairs to carry out consultations and talking therapies as well as an additional reclining chair for hypnotherapy sessions. The decor of the therapy room also plays a major role although there needs to be a warm and calming presence about the room too much decor can distracted from the therapy and will not improve the sessions being carried out.
Abstract Confidentiality, the duty to warn, and the duty to protect as ethical dilemmas that counselors and therapist face on a regular basis. Counselors and therapists have to ensure that the rights of their clients are protected, but they also have to adhere to certain laws and regulations that the states provide. The counselor or therapist has to make sure that they know when to report a serious offense such as child abuse or elderly abuse, when a client claims to want to kill someone, and when a client wants to commit suicide. When the counselor doesn’t report these cases, they leave themselves open to be prosecuted criminally for neglect. They have to know how when to report the cases, is there legitimate reason to believe that the client will do or has done harm to someone, or if they are talking out of frustration and anger.
Code of Ethics Comparison Patrick A. Sims Liberty University ABSTRACT The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) established a code of ethics in 2001 in order to synergize the efforts, provide guidance, and codify behavior for professional counselors incorporating a biblical worldview in their counseling endeavors. The American Counseling Association (ACA), established in 1952, has long been the stalwart for providing and setting the ethical standard for the counseling profession. The organization’s prominence is evidenced in the fact that the AACC acknowledges the consultation of the code in the formation of the AACC Code of Ethics. This fact alone will bear similarities between the two codes; however, the ACA’s secular worldview is limiting because it leans on the finite and changing understandings and practices of man. The AACC recognizes and adopts the prudent particulars set forth by the ACA, yet always uses the infinite and unchanging word of God as its ultimate authority.
In the event a therapist is faced with an ethical dilemma he or she may follow the steps of the ethical decision making process. The ethical decision making process provides guidance to therapists assisting each therapist to respond to ethical dilemmas. As Pope and Vasquez state, the steps may help therapists to identify important aspects of a situation, consider positive and negative consequences of the ways in which therapists may respond, and discover better approaches. Therapists’ decisions and actions have an effect on the welfare, dignity, and independence of the client. One of the most common dual relationships in therapist psychology refers to an intimate relationship between therapist and client.
Abstract American Counseling Association and American Association of Christian Counselors have codes that are related. The goal for both organizations is the mental and physical being of their clients. While researching the two organizations I was able to compare how the two are similar and the differences as it relate to confidentiality, competence, and research and publication. Both of the organizations have different issues and have different beliefs as it relate to counseling. The ethic codes for the American Christian Counseling Association and the American Counseling Association both have codes that are very similar.
A Comparison of American Counseling Association and American Association of Christian Counselors Codes of Ethics Teri Butcher Liberty University Abstract This paper compares and contrasts the American Counseling Association and the American Association of Christian Counselors codes of ethics manuals. Section I is a brief and general overview of the similarities and differences between the two codes of ethics. Section II is a more comprehensive discussion involving three individual codes, Informed Consent, Sexual Intimacies, and Referrals. A Comparison of American Counseling Association and American Association of Christian Counselors Codes of Ethics Introduction There are many Codes of Ethics encompassing the various organizations within the behavioral sciences. According to Corey, Corey, and Callanan, there is a general ethics code established for the behavioral sciences, however, many professional organizations have specialty guidelines geared toward their niche in the helping professions (2011).