Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counseling: A Practical Guide, 5th Edition

by Kenneth S. Pope

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Author: Kenneth S. Pope

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

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ISBN 10: 9781119195443
ISBN 13: 978-1119195443

The ethics book no psychology student or professional should be without

Thoroughly updated and expanded to include recent research findings, landmark legal decisions, the Hoffman Investigation Report, and changes in the ethical guidelines of the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association, the new 5th edition of Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counseling covers the latest developments in ethical thinking, standards, and practice. You'll learn how to strengthen your ethical awareness, judgement, and decision-making.

Distinguished Emeritus Professor Don Meichenbaum described the 5th edition as 'a MUST READ book for both beginning and seasoned clinicians' and Professor David H. Barlow wrote, 'A stunningly good book. . . . If there is only one book you buy on ethics, this is the one.'

Covers the many changes and challenges brought about by new technology, EHRs, videoconferencing, and texting, as well as practicing across state and provincial borders
Discusses moral distress and moral courage
Includes 5 chapters on different aspects of critical thinking about ethical challenges, including a chapter on 'Ethics Placebos, Cons, and Creative Cheating: A User's Guide'
Deals with complex issue of culture, race, religion, sexual identity, sexual orientation, and politics
Provides steps to strengthen ethics in organizations
Offers guidance on responding to ethics, licensing, and malpractice complaints―not to imply that you'll need to after reading this book!

Keeps the focus on practical, creative approaches to the responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities encountered by therapists and counselors in their work.

From the Back Cover

Praise for Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counseling, Fifth Edition

"[The 5th edition] is a MUST READ book for both beginning and seasoned clinicians. I learned a lot reading this book. KUDOS to Pope and Vasquez."
―Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Waterloo; Research Director of the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention

"Pope and Vasquez continue to be the 'conscience of psychology.' This 5th edition gives us guidance at a time when American psychology must find its moral compass."
―Bonnie R. Strickland, Ph.D., ABPP, former President, American Psychological Association

"Once again, with this 5th Edition, Drs. Pope and Vasquez provide us with indubitable evidence that what is already the best book on ethics can be made even better."
―Martin Drapeau, Ph.D., Editor in Chief, Canadian Psychology

"[The 5th edition] is a compassionate, must-have book . . . emphasizes the importance of integrating of realistic self-knowledge with moral courage and sound ethical reasoning, makes a significant contribution to our understanding of how to be ethical."
―Carole Sinclair, Ph.D., Chair, Committee on Ethics, Canadian Psychological Association

"Continues to be the gold standard . . . A must read in every counseling/therapy training program. It is that good and valuable."
―Derald Wing Sue, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University

"A stunningly good book . . . If there is only one book you buy on ethics, this is the one."
―David H. Barlow, Ph.D., ABPP, Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, Boston University

"Two of psychology's national treasures, Drs. Ken Pope and Melba Vasquez, walk the walk of psychotherapy ethics. Simply the best book in its genre."
―John Norcross, Ph.D., ABPP, Professor of Psychology & Distinguished University Fellow, University of Scranton

"The 5th edition . . . continues to offer the most fully realized blending of scholarship and street smarts available."
―Eric Y. Drogin, J.D., Ph.D., ABPP (Forensic), Harvard Medical School; former Chair, American Psychological Association Committee on Professional Practice & Standards

About the Author

KENNETH S. POPE is in independent practice as a licensed psychologist. He has chaired the ethics committees of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). He received the 2015 Canadian Psychological Association John C. Service Member of the Year Award.

MELBA J. T. VASQUEZ is a psychologist in independent practice in Austin, Texas. She has served on various ethics committees and task forces and served as the 2011 President of the American Psychological Association.

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