Questions:
1.
When psychologists provide public advice or comment via print, Internet, or other electronic transmission, what do they need to take precautions to ensure?
2.
What does the NASW Code of Ethics state about accepting social networking requests?
3.
According to NBCC, a detailed written description of the distance counseling process and service provision shall include the following information in the intake…
4.
What are the steps ACA has in their Code of Ethics regarding verification of client’s identity?
5.
What is the responsibility of the therapist or supervisor regarding TMH Confidentiality?
6.
Under what circumstance does AMHCA guidelines state that seeking information about clients through internet searches is deemed appropriate?
7.
What does the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists state regarding electronic services and jurisdiction?
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Answers:
A. Social workers should avoid accepting requests from or engaging in personal relationships with clients on social networking sites or other electronic media to prevent boundary confusion, inappropriate dual relationships, or harm to clients.
B. That statements (1) are based on their professional knowledge, training, or experience in accord with appropriate psychological literature and practice;
--(2) are otherwise consistent with this Ethics Code
--(3) do not indicate that a professional relationship has been established with the recipient. (See also Standard 2.04, Bases for Scientific and Professional Judgments.)
C. --appropriateness of distance counseling in relation to the specific goal,
--the format of service delivery, as related to the associated needs,
--the limitations of confidentiality, privacy concerns,
-- the possibility of technological failure,
--anticipated response time to electronic communication
--alternate service deliveries,
--any additional considerations necessary to assist the potential recipient in reaching a determination about the appropriateness of this service delivery format for their need(s).
--NCCs shall discuss this information at key times throughout the service delivery process to ensure that this method satisfies the anticipated goals,
-- if not, the NCC will document the discussion of alternative options and referrals in the client’s record.
D. I. verify at the beginning and…
II. throughout the therapeutic process.
III. Verification can include, but is not limited to,
1. using code words,
2. numbers,
3. graphics,
4. or other nondescript identifiers.
E. For the purpose of determining their own or their client’s safety, as necessary to conduct a forensic evaluation, or at the client’s request.
F. Clients and supervisees are to be made aware in writing of the limitations and protections offered by the therapist’s or supervisor’s technology. (See Zoom Security supplement),
G. Marriage and family therapists provide services by Internet or other electronic media to patients located only in jurisdictions where the therapist may lawfully provide such services. |
