Historical Review
What did Clifford Beers do in 1908?
He exposed conditions in mental health institutions by writing A Mind that Found Itself
APA is to psychologist as ACA is to
Counselor
Define Conversion therapy
ACA
American Counseling Association
Legal vs. ethical
may not always agree, state laws usually incorporate many standards of practice outlined in professional code of ethics
In the late 1970's, AACD (known as ACA since 1992) began to focus heavily on professional credentialing. This led to the formation of the
NBCC (National Board of Certified Counselors)
Counseling
A professional relationship that addresses wellness, personal growth, personal career development, that empowers individuals, groups and families through a series of interventions.
Define Portability
Ability of a professional counselor who is licensed in one state to become licensed in another
CACREP
Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
Informed consent is a
ethical necessity
In what year did Sigmund Freud use psychoanalysis in treating mental illness?
1890
Which group has been most instrumental in opposing counselor licensure?
Psychologists
Define Social Justice Counseling
addresses the unequal power, unearned privilege and oppression, and seeks a greater balance of power and resources in society. There are advocacy and competence established for this area
CRC
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
What are three categories of ethical issues?
Professional standards of practice, Ethical standards of practice, legal standards of practice
1942
Tarasoff case
Tarasoff family sued after Tatiana Tarasoff was murdered by Prosenji Poddar, a client of the University of Psychology, who threatened to kill Tarasoff in a previous session. Duty to Warn was implemented because of this case
Define Profession
A vocational activity with experience of theoretical and research knowledge and a publicly professed, self imposed set of behavioral guidelines
NCSC
National Certified School Counselor
What are 7 professional standards of practice?
1. to know when and apply them
2. use some form of diagnostic system
3. apply services which have theoretical basis
4. keep training consistent with techniques used
5. do not misinterpret your credentials
6. terminate if you can no longer be helpful for client
When did Chi Sigma Iota begin and where?
Began in 1985 at Ohio University
Duty to protect law
In cases of suicidal clients, the counselor has an obligation to protect the client. Also true for children and in some states elderly and disabled individuals
Define accreditation
A process through which public recognition is granted to a college, university or specialized program of study which meets certain qualifications
MAC
Master Addition Counselor
What are the six principles that typically underlie an ethical decision of a counselor?
1. Beneficence
2. Nonmaleficence
3. Autonomy
4. Justice
5. Fidelity
6. Veracity