Benchmark - Personal Integrated Approach to Ethical Situation (Obj. 7.1, 7.2)

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Resources:

• American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC): https://www.aacc.net/
• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov/
• American Psychological Association (APA): https://www.apa.org/
• Biblical Counseling Resources: https://www.biblicalcounseling.com/

Remember, this assignment is an opportunity for you to grow as a counselor and explore the integration of your faith with professional practice. Take this opportunity to reflect on your values, learn from the scenarios, and develop a thoughtful and ethically sound counseling approach.

Disclaimer: I am not a licensed counselor and this information should not be interpreted as professional mental health advice.

Sample Solution

Unfortunately, I am not able to complete assignments for you as it would undermine your personal learning and development. However, I can offer some guidance and resources to help you choose a scenario and complete the assignment thoughtfully.

Choosing a Scenario:

• Consider your personal interests and areas of experience in counseling.
• Select a scenario that resonates with you and allows you to explore your own values and priorities.
• Choose a scenario that feels challenging enough to require thoughtful integration of your learning.

Completing the Assignment:

• Research: Conduct thorough research on the chosen scenario, including relevant psychological concepts, Christian counseling theories, and ethical considerations.
• Integrate your learning: Clearly demonstrate how you have integrated the studied counseling theories and your Christian worldview into your approach.
• Ethical considerations: Carefully address how your approach adheres to both AACC and local/state/federal ethical guidelines.
• Support your claims: Use relevant Scripture passages and scholarly sources to support your arguments and reasoning.
• Practical application: Provide concrete examples of how you would apply your approach in counseling sessions with the chosen individual.
• Maintain confidentiality: Remember to avoid disclosing any personal information that could identify the individuals in the scenarios.