The ACA Code Of Ethics

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The ACA Code of Ethics (2014) states that “sexual and/or romantic counselor-client interactions or relationships with current clients…are prohibited.” (Standard A.5.a.). Fiona clearly breached the professional and ethical boundaries by engaging in an inappropriate sexual relationship with her client. Additionally, she did not adhere to the principle of nonmaleficence that reflects the idea of avoiding actions that could harm a client. Fiona completely neglected her therapeutic role in order to satisfy her personal desires. It seems that the counselor got involved in this action willfully, so we can assume she knew it would be in violation of the ACA ethical standards and possible negative consequences, that include a risk of lawsuit for negligence,

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