Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling Ministry
Caring for People God's Way
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49m
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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