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COU101 Theories in Counselling - Stott's College

Case Study 1
You have started working as a counsellor for a new up and coming counselling organisation. On your second day working, you are presented with a 35-year-old client whose presenting concerns are social-related. He explains that he has no friends and finds it difficult to relate to others of his own age. He goes on to share being confused by people in general. After discussing his previous social experiences, the client identifies creating a circle of friends as his main goal; and a second goal of finding a romantic partner. The client also shares that he feels he is more suited romantically to someone around 16-17 years old. He explains finding people that age more attractive and thinks they would have more in common than someone his own age.

Case Study 2
Aimee is a counsellor working with long term clients who suffer from anxiety and depression. Aimee has been working with David for 2 months since he was referred to her for anxiety and depression by his General Practitioner. David has been progressing well and states he is starting to feel better from having the therapy. On his next visit, David asks if he can take Aimee out for coffee to thank her for working with him. Aimee is aware that client counsellor boundaries must be upheld but believes that having a coffee with David would be ok.

students are required to read two ethical dilemma scenarios and provide a response based on the following criteria:

Students are to:

1. State the ethical principle(s) relevant to the scenario

2. State any relevant reporting issues

3. State a possible course of action to resolve the dilemma

Use APA 7 referencing. Your assessment should include at least 4 (scholarly) journal articles read, in addition to any textbook references.