In Session: Applying Ethical Decision-Making
Tracking # 20-1371930
Course overview
A code of ethics cannot address every dilemma behavioral health professionals face. It serves as a guide rather than a set of rules, outlining common situations of public concern. Ethical dilemmas arise when professional duties and values conflict, requiring careful judgment about which should take priority (Knopes & Guidry-Grimes, 2024; Reamer, 2018). While codes may offer clear direction at times, real-world practice often involves "gray areas" where multiple ethical standards or interests compete, and no perfect solution exists. By interacting with this individual in a simulated therapy session, you will see how your selection of responses impacts the ethical dilemma that is presented. Supervisory input will also help guide you through this simulation exercise.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.