Jeanneane Maxon, J.D.
How do caregivers know when they are counseling beyond their competence? When should confidentiality be maintained and when must it be broken? Is proper consent needed? What about making a referral? These questions, and more, are discussed in this session about ethical and liability concerns associated with lay counseling, as well as how to avoid situations that expose caregivers to undue legal risks.
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Breaking Generational Patterns
David Stoop, Ph.D.
The Scriptures describe the sins of the fathers being passed down from generation to generation. Counselors often face dysfunctional family systems and must learn how to recognize them and break these patterns of destruction. Using the life of Abraham as an example, this sess... -
Infidelity: Stabilizing After the Affair
David Carder, M.A.
Infidelity and unfaithfulness within a marriage can be overwhelming whenever it is discovered and cause significant devastation. Helping couples reestablish a healthy relationship after an affair is critically important. Rebuilding trust and working through the hurt are neces... -
Pain & Suffering: Helping People in a...
Eric Scalise, Ph.D.
A Christ-centered model for compassionate caregiving is needed now more than ever. This session describes how to be an Ambassador of Reconciliation in connecting others to a loving and gracious God. The power of relationship and the role of encouragement provide the necessar...
