Praise for "Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counseling, Fourth Edition""A stunningly good book. . . . If there is only one book you buy on ethics, this is the one."--David H. Barlow, PhD, ABPP, Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, Boston University"The "Fourth Edition" continues to be the gold standard. . . . a must-read in every counseling/therapy training program. It is that good and valuable."--Derald Wing Sue, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Education, Teachers College, Columbia University"A must-have for therapists at every step of their career from student to wise elder."--Bonnie Strickland, PhD, former president, American Psychological Association"This "Fourth Edition" of the best book in its field has much timely new material. . . . A brilliant addition is an exploration of how reasonable people can conscientiously follow the same ethical principles yet reach different conclusions . . . an essential sourcebook."--"Patrick O'Neill," PhD, former president, Canadian Psychological Association"Essential for all practicing mental health professionals and students."--Nadine Kaslow, PhD, ABPP, President, American Board of Professional Psychology"I particularly enjoyed the chapter on ethical practice in the electronic world, which was informative even to this highly tech-savvy psychologist. The chapter on responses to the interrogations issue is destined to be a classic. . . . Bravo! Mandatory reading."--Laura Brown, PhD, ABPP, 2010 President, APA Division of Trauma Psychology"There's no better resource to have at your fingertips."--Eric Drogin, JD, PhD, ABPP, former chair, APA Committee on Professional Practice and Standards and APA Committee on Legal Issues"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, PhD, ABPP, Professor of Psychology and Distinguished University Fellow, University of Scranton
Currently studying for licensure exam. I will review this amazing book in greater detail after I pass :-)
In brief:
This book is punk AF without even knowing it.
The case study examples are so intense and thought provoking, that it makes the often dry and lifeless practice of working through challenging ethical dilemmas extremely fun and engaging.
I know it's odd to review a book I had to read for school, but I think this is the first one where I've read all the assigned chapters. The book is easy to follow, the chapters are well-organized and it doesn't feel like school reading. I wish all school books were this easy to follow.
I've enjoyed using this textbook, as it has lots of practical guidance. I do wish the authors would expand it to cover issues for Family Therapists and Social Workers. Some of the telehealth sections need updating. While most chapters offer good examples for students, some are difficult to follow. Overall this is a very good reference text, and appropriate for intro ethics courses.