Comprehensive Guidance

Gain a deep understanding of the ethical considerations and legal obligations when engaging with the court system.

Practical Insights

Learn practical strategies to protect client confidentiality and maintain professionalism during court proceedings.

Self-Paced Learning

Benefit from a self-paced learning experience that includes real-world examples and case studies designed to deepen understanding and support practical application.

About the Course

Are you a therapist seeking to enhance your understanding of ethical responsibilities in court-related matters? Our course provides you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to navigate court involvement with confidence. Learn from industry experts, gain actionable insights, and elevate your professional practice. Enroll now to take the first step towards becoming a more ethical and competent therapist.

Meet Your Instructor

Hello, I'm Britni Higginbotham, LPC, NCC, a seasoned therapist with years of experience in court-related matters. I understand the challenges therapists face when dealing with legal issues and court proceedings. My goal is to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to handle these situations ethically and effectively. Join me on this educational journey, and let's navigate court involvement together.

Course Curriculum

8 Chapters · 49 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1: Ethical Foundations of Court-Involved Counseling Practice

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      Module 1 Overview + Framework

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      I. Court-Involved Counseling as a High-Risk Ethical Practice Domain

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      II. The Ethical Architecture of Counseling Under NBCC Standards

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      III. Confidentiality and Privilege as Ethical Responsibilities, Not Legal Formalities

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      IV. Client Welfare in Legal Contexts

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      V. Ethical Responsibilities in Responding to Courts and Attorneys

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      VI. Ethical Decision-Making Under Legal Pressure

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      VII. Applied Ethical Case Illustration

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      Module 1 Summary

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    Subpoenas, Court Orders, and Ethical Authority Under the NBCC Code of Ethics

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      Module 2 Overview + Learning Objectives

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      I. NBCC Ethical Doctrine Governing Legal Demands

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      II. Understanding the Hierarchy of Legal Authority

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      III. Ethical Tensions Created by Subpoenas and Court Orders

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      IV: Procedural Ethics: What NBCC-Compliant Response Requires

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      V. Informal Legal Requests: Attorneys, CPS, GALs, and Other Third Parties

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      VI: Board and Audit Lens: How Conduct is Evaluated

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      VII: How Courts Interrupt Therapeutic Information

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      VII: Practical Response Protocols for Subpoenas and Court Orders

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      IX: Applied Ethical Case Illustration

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      Module 2 Summary

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    Module 3: Documentation, Records, and Ethical Release Practices

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      Module 3 Overview + Learning Objectives

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      I. Ethical Doctrine Governing Documentation

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      II. Ethical Tensions in Clinical Documentation

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      III. Ethically Required Documentation Practices

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      IV. Ethical Release Practices and Disclosure Decisions

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      V. HIPAA, Privacy Law and Record Types

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      VI. Writing notes that are Ethical, Clinical and Legally Sound

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      VII. ing:ing:

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      VII. Applied Case Illustration

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      Module 3 Summary

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    Module 4: Forensic Boundaries, Role Integrity, and Testimony

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      Module 4 Overview and Learning Objectives

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      I. NBCC Doctrine of Role Integrity

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      II. Role Taxonomy: What role are you being asking to play?

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      III. Dual Roles and Role Drift: The Mechanics of Ethical Failure

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      IV. Testimony Doctrine: What a Therapist May Ethically Say

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      V. Letters, Affidavits, and 'To Whom It May Concern' Opinions

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      VI. Informed Consent and Role Disclosure in Court-Involved Practice

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      Module 4 Summary

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    Module 5: Ethical Decision-Making, Documentation of Ethical Reasoning, and Defensibility Under the NBCC Code of Ethics

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      Module 5 Overview + Learning Objectives

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      I. NBCC Section I as a Governing Doctrine

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      II. Integrated Ethical Conflicts Analysis

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      III. The NBCC Ethical Decision-Making Framework

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      IV. Documenting Ethical Reasoning as a Professional Safeguard

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      V. Board Review and Audit Lens

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      VI. Ethical Maturity in Court-Involved Practice

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      Module 5 Overview

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    Module 1-5 Quiz

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      Module 1-5 Quiz

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    Program Evaluation

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      Progam Evaluation

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    Downloadables

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      'Do Not Use' documentation list

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