Course #: 012-1410
Price: $4.00
Take the ExamCE Credit Hours: 1.00 Continuing Education Credit Hours
Target Audience: Psychologists
Instructional Level: Introductory
CE Course Description
In the field of psychology, dual relationships arise when a psychologist and a client navigate multiple roles simultaneously. This intricate dynamic can manifest in various ways, as clients take on roles such as students, friends, family members, employees, or business associates of the psychologist. Maintaining professional boundaries becomes paramount in these situations due to the potential for boundary crossings and violations. Some instances of boundary crossings may be unavoidable and relatively harmless, especially in close-knit communities where psychologist-client interactions extend beyond the therapeutic setting. This homestudy course places a key focus on exploring the critical distinction presented by boundary violations – situations fraught with harm and exploitation. By delving into the intricacies of dual or multiple relationships that may emerge during interactions with clients, the course sheds light on relationships spanning professional, social, or business interactions, occurring either simultaneously or consecutively. A foundational principle underscored is the imperative to avoid dual or multiple relationships when there is a foreseeable risk of exploitation or harm to the client. In scenarios where such relationships are unavoidable, the course guides psychologists in implementing measures to safeguard clients. Emphasis is placed on establishing clear, appropriate, and culturally sensitive boundaries. Through an exploration of various case studies, participants gain practical insights into the application of ethical considerations in real-world scenarios, fostering responsible and client-centered professional conduct.
Courseware Supervisor: Ryan C. Warner, Ph.D., CRC
Author: Kimberley Fortin, LCSW-R
CE Course Objectives
Activity Schedule/Outline - Ongoing/Self-Paced
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Course Date: 2023-05-22
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