Many counselors learn about ethics in graduate school by applying formal, step-by-step ethical decision-making models that require counselors to be aware of their values and refrain from imposing personal values that might harm clients. Values and Ethics in Counseling illustrates the ways in which ethical decisions are values, guiding counselors through the process of examining their own values and analysing how these values impact ethical decision making. Each chapter presents ethical decision making as a very personal, values-laden process, illustrated through real-life stories of counselors at various stages of professional development.
Key Features
- Real-life stories: Features narratives from counselors ranging from interns to seasoned clinicians.
- Reflective commentary: Each story is complemented by commentary from the author and analysis from the editors.
- Personal examination: Encourages counselors to reflect on their own values and ethical decision-making processes.
Additional Information
However, in the real world, counselors often make split-second ethical decisions based upon personal values. Each chapter showcases the complex interplay between values and ethics, contextualising the material to encourage deeper reflection.
