In this course, Drs. Dermer and Robey discuss the importance of adhering to professional boundaries which protect the client, and illustrate appropriate steps and strategies to ethical decision-making.
About this course
This course begins with Dr. Shannon Dermer and Dr. Patricia Robey defining boundaries and the code of ethics. Dr. Robey addresses the importance of building a safe, trusting relationship through adherence to professional boundaries which protect the client, the therapist, and the community. She also discusses steps to making ethical decisions. In Part 2, Dr. Robey participates in a mock session with a supervisee. In this demo they discuss details related to a boundary issue that the supervisee is currently experiencing with one of her clients. In Part 3, Drs. Dermer and Robey unpack the dilemmas that the supervisee faced and review the appropriate guidance and direction Dr. Robey provided.