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6.7 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

  1. Why is it important for counselors to clarify their own personal values before engaging in the counseling process?
  2. How can a counselor recognize when their personal values may be influencing their interactions with clients?
  3. What strategies can counselors use to avoid imposing their values on clients, especially when working with clients whose values differ significantly from their own?
  4. How does cultural humility play a role in helping counselors respect and honor the diverse values of their clients?
  5. What ethical considerations arise when a counselor’s personal values conflict with the values or goals of their client?
  6. How should a counselor respond when they feel unable to provide unbiased support due to a significant values conflict?
  7. What role does supervision play in helping counselors navigate challenges related to values imposition?
  8. How can counselors ensure they are creating a safe and inclusive space for clients to explore their own values, even when those values are challenging or controversial?
  9. What are the potential consequences for the therapeutic relationship when a counselor imposes their values, either intentionally or unintentionally?
  10. How can ongoing self-reflection and professional development help counselors maintain ethical boundaries regarding values imposition?

 

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Ethical Practice in Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Counseling Copyright © by Tom Hegblom; Zaibunnisa Ahmed; London Fischer; Lauren Roelike; and Ericka Webb. All Rights Reserved.

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