Legal and Ethical Implications of Sexual Misconduct with Clients

Legal and Ethical Implications of Sexual Misconduct with Clients with Frances Schopick JD, MSW

When: 04/29/2025 10:00 AM- 2:15 PM, PDT
Where: Live Synchronous Zoom Event

Ticket Pricing:

WMHCA Member Rate: $100

WMHCA Student Rate: $12.50

Non Member Rate: $140

Registration Closes on April 25, 2025

Description

Has a client ever told you they love you? Or said it might be nice to get to know each other better outside the therapy setting? Attraction between client and counselor is not unusual – but it must always be addressed with care and understanding of underlying meaning and potential consequences. State laws and regulations as well as ethical codes explicitly prohibit sexual relationships between counselors and clients, as they can cause harm, exploit power dynamics, and undermine treatment. Even so, you do not want to be caught unawares, at a loss for words, contemplating what to say for the first time as a client awaits your response. Sexual dynamics under any circumstances can be complicated. Counselor /client sexual dynamics are particularly complicated because they can put your job at risk, with your career hanging in the balance.

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This registration is ONLY for the live webinar at the date and time listed. 

Best regards,

Washington Mental Health Counselors Association

This course is approved for 4 CE hours for LMHCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, and all  associate-level licensees in Washington State.

Washington Mental Health Association (WMHCA) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2079. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. WMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.