Managing Boundary Issues and Multiple Relationships

Flashcards on Boundary Issues and Multiple Relationships in Therapy

Multiple Relationships

Situations where a professional has more than one type of relationship with a client; these are discouraged due to the potential for harm or exploitation.

Sexual Multiple Relationships

Multiple relationships of this nature are always considered unethical.

Boundary Crossing

In the therapeutic setting, this refers to a departure from standard practice that could potentially benefit clients.

Boundary Violation

A serious transgression in the therapeutic setting that causes harm to the client.

Healthy Boundaries

When operating in more than one role, it's important to set these from the outset to ensure clarity and ethical practice.

Informed Consent

A necessary step when operating in multiple roles with a client, ensuring they understand the implications and agree to the arrangement.

Former Clients

It is probably unwise to socialize with these individuals due to potential power imbalances and future needs.

Social Media Policy

The ACA Code of Ethics emphasizes the need for counselors to develop this to guide their interactions on social media.

Value

When bartering, it is important to determine this of goods or services in a collaborative fashion.

Monetary Value

When considering gifts from clients, it is important to consider the _ of the gift.

Acknowledge

When dealing with sexual attractions to clients, honest feelings to oneself and explore reasons for the attraction, but never act on them.

Angry, Resentful

A potential emotional consequence for clients involved in sexual relationships with therapists is feeling and for being exploited and abandoned.

Former Clients

Helpers are cautioned against forming romantic relationships with for a specified time period.

Colleague, Therapy

Before entering a sexual relationship with a former client, the helper is advised to consult with a or seek .

Professional License Revoked

Engaging in sexual relationships with current clients may lead to having your _.