Boundary Issues in Counseling : Multiple Roles and Responsibilities

Boundary Issues in Counseling presents a comprehensive and current discussion of the major issues surrounding the dual and multiple relationship controversy. The authors and guest contributors provide diverse perspectives on a variety of commonly experienced boundary concerns. The Complex relationships between counselors, their students, and their clients are clarified in order to deal effectively with the power differential that is inherent in these relationships. Topics addressed include: Sexual dual relationships The client’s perspective in ethical matters Preparation and supervision of counselor trainees Effects of dual relationships in various counseling settings Working with diverse client populations Boundary issues in private practice, group and family counseling, substance abuse counseling, school counseling, rehabilitation counseling, work with HIV positive clients, and more.