Value Neutrality: Professional Counseling Orientation And Ethics
Value Neutrality
Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethics
October 30, 2013
Value Neutrality The beliefs and values of an individual are formed from birth to adulthood through personal, cultural, and social experiences. Determining what is right from wrong depends on our own personal value system and what we choose to let influence our attitudes and behaviors. Without values we would be incapable of identifying areas in our lives that need changing. Change can come easy to some, while others can’t easily identify their destructive behaviors and need the guidance of a professional to discover their thought patterns.
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As long as the counselor remains focused on the counseling goals and maintains respect for the beliefs and values of the client, conflict can be avoided. Implicating universal values can also be an effective way to avoid conflict. A counselor should always consider the client’s ability to make sound decisions and know when to interfere if their decision making could cause harm to themselves and/or others. When conflict of values do arise ethical counselors should attempt to resolve the conflict and avoid harming the client. (Corey et al., 2011).
Counselors also have the option of seeking consultation from their supervisors or colleagues. A Practitioners Guide to Ethical Decision Making (1996) suggests that, “As they review with you the information you have gathered, they may see other issues that are relevant or provide a perspective you have not considered. They may also be able to identify aspects of the dilemma that you are not viewing objectively”. Seeking consultation does not mean that one is incompetent in their professional standing and in contrast shows signs of …show more content…
Set objectives are also most likely to be achieved when the counselor focuses on the best interest of the client and avoids reflecting their values on their clients. Value systems vary among individuals, cultures, and decades. As professionals we must keep in mind that the needs, wants, and well-being of our clients will also vary enormously. An ethical counselor would know when they have reached their limit and should take the appropriate actions in assessing the possible risks and benefits of a referral (Barnes & Murdin,
Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethics
October 30, 2013
Value Neutrality The beliefs and values of an individual are formed from birth to adulthood through personal, cultural, and social experiences. Determining what is right from wrong depends on our own personal value system and what we choose to let influence our attitudes and behaviors. Without values we would be incapable of identifying areas in our lives that need changing. Change can come easy to some, while others can’t easily identify their destructive behaviors and need the guidance of a professional to discover their thought patterns.
A Professional Counselor is someone who can assist with the therapeutic …show more content…
As long as the counselor remains focused on the counseling goals and maintains respect for the beliefs and values of the client, conflict can be avoided. Implicating universal values can also be an effective way to avoid conflict. A counselor should always consider the client’s ability to make sound decisions and know when to interfere if their decision making could cause harm to themselves and/or others. When conflict of values do arise ethical counselors should attempt to resolve the conflict and avoid harming the client. (Corey et al., 2011).
Counselors also have the option of seeking consultation from their supervisors or colleagues. A Practitioners Guide to Ethical Decision Making (1996) suggests that, “As they review with you the information you have gathered, they may see other issues that are relevant or provide a perspective you have not considered. They may also be able to identify aspects of the dilemma that you are not viewing objectively”. Seeking consultation does not mean that one is incompetent in their professional standing and in contrast shows signs of …show more content…
Set objectives are also most likely to be achieved when the counselor focuses on the best interest of the client and avoids reflecting their values on their clients. Value systems vary among individuals, cultures, and decades. As professionals we must keep in mind that the needs, wants, and well-being of our clients will also vary enormously. An ethical counselor would know when they have reached their limit and should take the appropriate actions in assessing the possible risks and benefits of a referral (Barnes & Murdin,