Problem:
As a student, how will you respond to this classmate of yours below, include in-text citation, references and ask questions
If Darla suspects that Mike may be acting unethically, she cannot ignore those concerns-but she also should avoid jumping to conclusions. Her first step should be to carefully review the American Counseling Association Code of Ethics (2014) and reflect on what she is actually observing versus what she is inferring from client comments. The Code clearly addresses this responsibility: Need Assignment Help?
I.2.a. Ethical Violations: "When counselors possess knowledge that raises doubts as to whether another counselor is acting in an ethical manner, they take appropriate action" (American Counseling Association [ACA], 2014).
In addition, the Code emphasizes the importance of supervision in protecting clients:
F.1.a. Client Welfare: "A primary obligation of counseling supervisors is to monitor the services provided by supervisees. Counseling supervisors monitor client welfare and supervisee performance and professional development" (ACA, 2014).
Given this, Darla should document her concerns objectively and bring them to the site supervisor. This aligns with CACREP Standard 2.F.1.m, which highlights supervision's gatekeeping role in the profession. If the supervisor fails to act, Darla may need to consult her university supervisor. Ethically-and legally-doing nothing could risk client harm and potential liability for the site. As Corey et al. (2019) explain, supervision exists as a safeguard to protect both clients and the integrity of the profession. Advocating for client welfare, even when uncomfortable, is part of professional responsibility.