Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Counseling, 6th Edition

ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN COUNSELING

Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Counseling, 6th Edition, provides an authoritative exploration of the most difficult challenges faced by modern practitioners. Written by experts in both law and ethics, this resource translates complex regulatory requirements into manageable clinical guidelines.

This edition focuses specifically on the counseling profession, offering a unique perspective distinct from other helping disciplines. Through the lens of the latest CACREP standards, readers learn how to navigate professional identity while maintaining strict adherence to legal and ethical mandates.

Inside this book, you'll find:

• Comprehensive coverage of ethical decision-making models tailored for counselors.

• Detailed analysis of legal issues including malpractice, confidentiality, and informed consent.

• Numerous case studies highlighting real-world situational challenges in clinical practice.

• Practical advice on navigating the intersection of law and professional counseling ethics.

• Guidance on professional identity development and counselor self-care strategies.

• Updated information alignment with current CACREP standards and industry regulations.

Perfect for counseling students, mental health professionals, and educators seeking a definitive guide to professional conduct and legal safety in clinical environments.

Product Details

• Author: Theodore Remley Jr., Barbara Herlihy

• Publisher: Pearson

• Edition: 6th

• Format: Paperback

• Publication Date: April 18, 2019

• Language: English

• Pages: 544

• Dimensions: 7.38 x 1.13 x 9.12 inches

• Item Weight: 1.85 pounds

• ISBN-10: 0135183812

• ISBN-13: 978-0135183816