Latasha Matthews, Allan Tepper & William Doherty – Ethics in the Real World: Practical Approaches for Ethical Dilemmas in Therapy – PESI

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What do you do when…
Your client asks you personal questions?
They find you on social media?
You make a mistake?
Your client says you told them something that you didn’t?
A client reveals a secret to you?
You give advice that backfires?
Racial or cultural differences are creating tension in therapy?
Your client engages in illegal or morally ambiguous activities?

There are no one-size-fits-all answers to these questions, but there are clear, easy-to-follow ways to work through ethical dilemmas like these and dozens more that therapists face on a weekly basis.

With the introduction of telehealth, the ever-expanding use of social media, increased litigation, and higher acuity than ever before — it is vital to know not just how to respond to ethical dilemmas, but how to prevent problems from popping up and threatening the practice you worked so hard to build.

It is all laid out for you in this new, three-part course from the top ethics and legal experts in the field of psychotherapy. In our most practical and engaging ethics course yet, get all your questions answered while enjoying clear educational material, multiple case examples, and extensive Q+A sessions.

Stop reducing moral complexity to clinical clichés — like “do what feels right” — and remove the pretense that you always have the right answer for your clients.

Discover the most common boundary pitfalls in therapy and how to deal with them, plus learn more about the vital rules to striking a balance between legal requirements and effective clinical practice. By the end of this self-study training, you’ll have the skills to:

• Recognize your own moral emotions and those of your clients
• Practice ethical consultation, including respect for client autonomy
• Identify the role culture plays in setting and expressing ethical boundaries
• Communicate clear guidelines and boundaries from the very first session on things like navigating dual relationships and treating high-conflict clients
• Maintain good record-keeping practices that will benefit your practice and keep you out of court
• Recognize the appropriate use and inherent limitations of teletherapy

Course Outline

Watch these 3 on-demand video modules at your own pace and convenience to better navigate the top ethical challenges in a modern clinical practice, including strategies to maintain professional boundaries and meet legal requirements.

You’ll learn from real-world scenarios that have happened to your colleagues and get solutions and guidance on what to do should it happen to you. Even when subtle and non-obvious.

Module 1 Dancing with Boundaries with Latasha Matthews, MA, LPC, CPCS, CPLC

Latasha Matthews gives you an up-to-date overview of the most important topics in ethics. Take a deep dive into boundaries and explore aspects of this crucial ethical standard like never before. You will also discover:

• Rarely discussed ethical topics including couples therapy, sex, termination, private practice, business, finance, self-care, and more!
• The ethics of cultural competency and exactly how to adapt your assessments, diagnosis, and treatment when working with people who are different than you.
• Why self-disclosure looks different today and what you should consider before you share.

Module 2 The New Rules of Therapy with Allan Tepper, JD, PsyD

As a lawyer and psychologist, Allan Tepper has the inside scoop on the legal side of ethics. He’ll answer your questions about what really happens when an ethical standard is broken. Find out about:

• The ethics of practicing across state lines and how PSYPACT may reduce your risk.
• What happens when you misrepresent yourself in your practice.
• What happens when you have a board complaint filed against you and exactly what to do to protect yourself.
• The newest legal and ethical considerations in telehealth.

Module 3 Ethical Lives of Clients with William Doherty, PhD

You know the ethical standards for practice, but do you know what to do when your clients are struggling with ethical dilemmas? William Doherty is here to share with you how to support your clients in these difficult situations. Get talking points to navigate real, complex scenarios like:

• What do I do when my clients are considering a choice with which I strongly disagree?
• How do we support children while their parents are in a contentious divorce?
• What should I say when my client tells me they did what I said, but you really didn’t tell them to do that?
• What do I do when clients want to do something I strongly disagree with?
• How do I sit with a client who is experiencing ethical or moral guilt?
• What do I do when my client chooses not to disclose a genetic condition to a family member?
• What do I do when parents ask me to influence their child’s sexuality?

Meet the Course Experts

William Doherty, PhD

William Doherty, PhD, is a professor and director of the Minnesota Couples on the Brink Project at the University of Minnesota. He is co-author of the book Helping Couples on the Brink of Divorce: Discernment Counseling for Troubled Relationships, with Steven Harris. He is cofounder of Better Angels, an initiative to depolarize America.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. William Doherty has an employment relationship with the University of Minnesota. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. William Doherty is a member of the National Council on Family Relations, the International Council of the Institute on the Holocaust and Genocide in Jerusalem, and the American Psychological Association.

Latasha Matthews, MA, LPC, CPCS, CPLC

Latasha Matthews, MA, LPC, CPCS, CPLC, specializes in private practice development and counselor development. She is the author of The Dumping Ground: A Guide to Gaining Powerful Skills to Set Life-Changing Boundaries. In addition, Ms. Matthews is an adjunct professor at Shorter University, Atlanta, and the owner of Illumination Counseling and Coaching, LLC. She is the co-founder of Pieces that Fit, Inc., a 501(3)(c) organization that provides support for cultural diversity, mental health, academic success, and life skills.

With over 20 years of experience in the human services field, Ms. Matthews has a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion that she loves to share with the world. She develops and conducts several workshops and educates counselors across the nation. She provides consultation, mentorship, and internships to clinicians as often as she can. She serves as a committee member on the board for certified professional counselor supervisors from the State of Georgia.

Ms. Matthews earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources from the University of Akron and her MA in Professional Counseling and Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University. Her professional memberships include: the American Counseling Association, Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia, and Chi Sigma Iota.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Latasha Matthews is the owner and director of Illumination Counseling and Coaching, LLC. She is an adjunct professor at Shorter University and Messiah College. Latasha Matthews receives royalties as a published author. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Latasha Matthews is a member of the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education, the American Counseling Association, the Association of Marriage and Family therapists, and the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia.

Allan Tepper, JD, PsyD

Allan M. Tepper, JD, PsyD, is a forensic psychologist and a trial attorney in private practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He conducts ethics training throughout the United States, and he specializes in the legal defense of mental health professionals.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Allan Tepper maintains private law and psychology practices. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He is a published author and receives royalties. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Allan Tepper has no relevant non-financial relationships.

Terry Casey, PhD

Terry Casey, PhD, is a licensed psychologist, HSP health service provider with over 30 years of professional experience, including a 16-year tenure as the director of counseling & psychological services for a non-profit agency with over 30 counselors at over a dozen locations. He is in private practice in Franklin, Tennessee, teaches ethics and professional issues in counseling at Lipscomb University’s graduate program in clinical mental health counseling, and guest lectures at Trevecca Nazarene University’s PhD program in Clinical counseling. Dr. Casey also served for several years as the chair of the ethics committee for the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors’ Association and in an advisory capacity for graduate counseling programs at two universities. He has presented frequently on ethics to organizations such as the American Counseling Association, the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association, the Nashville Area Association of Christian Counselors, and others. 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Terry Casey maintains a private practice and is a faculty member of Lipscomb University. He is a published author and receives royalties. Dr. Casey receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Terry Casey is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Tennessee Psychological Association, the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselor Association, and others

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