1st Edition

Legal and Ethical Dimensions for Mental Health Professionals

352 Pages
by Taylor & Francis

The legal system's impact and influence on the mental health profession has never been greater. Whether as a witness, plaintiff, or defendant, it is likely that a professional will have some kind of interaction with the law at least once in his/her career. More than ever, it is essential that psychologists, social workers, and counselors have a working knowledge of the legal and ethical mandates... Read more
The Counselor's Odyssey. Today's Counselor. Principle Ethics- Virtue Ethics. The Counselor in an Ethical Context. The Counselor in a Legal Context. Other Legal Terminology- Its Application to Counseling. Client Records. Counseling Minors. Counseling Special Populations. Ethical and Legal Issues in Group Counseling. Ethical and Legal Issues in Marriage and Family Counseling. Summary.

Biography

Patrick B. Malley, Eileen Petty Deklewa