Posted: February 9th, 2023
Chapter 9 addresses ethical issues associated with supervision of trainees and peers. How does the supervisee/supervisor relationship parallel the client/therapist relationship? What is “peer supervision”? When considering peer supervision, how would you know if “peer supervision” has become a breach in client confidentiality? Be sure to integrate appropriate professional terminology in your discussion.
The reading also briefly discusses ethical issues associated with assessment, test administration, and diagnosis…all of which pertain to the concept of competency. Many mental health professionals assess and diagnose clients and also conduct more formal “psychological evaluations”. Conduct a brief internet search to determine who is qualified to conduct a “psychological evaluation” to evaluate complex psychological issues. What diagnoses may require a comprehensive psychological evaluation? What diagnoses would you as a master’s level clinician defer to someone with more training (M.D. or Ph.D.)? See the info under the Content Tab for Qualifications for Psychological Testing. Be sure you understand the difference between Psychological and Psychiatric Evaluations.
The supervision of trainees and peers is an important aspect of the mental health field, as it plays a key role in promoting ethical and competent practice. The supervisee/supervisor relationship parallels the client/therapist relationship in that it involves trust, openness, and the sharing of confidential information. As such, the supervisor has a responsibility to maintain the same level of professionalism, ethical conduct, and confidentiality as in the client/therapist relationship.
Peer supervision refers to the process of mental health professionals working together to provide support and feedback to each other. This type of supervision can be valuable in helping professionals to maintain competence and improve their skills. However, it is important to ensure that confidentiality is maintained and that peer supervision does not become a breach in client confidentiality. To minimize the risk of confidentiality breaches, peer supervision should only be conducted by professionals who are bound by the same ethical standards and codes of conduct, and who understand the importance of maintaining client confidentiality.
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