Participate in the discussion by asking a question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite sources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation for this assignment by the end of the week.
Those in the helping profession must master the skills of gathering information, evaluating that information, and making appropriate decisions based on it. Case studies afford an opportunity to improve these skills. As you develop your own pastoral counseling style, you must be mindful of your roles (e.g., pastor, counselor, or mentor), your ability to exercise skills, and a demeanor that is in the best interest of the client and respectful of his or her journey toward mental and spiritual health.
Tasks
From your textbook Christian Counseling Ethics: A Handbook for Therapists, Pastors, & Counselors, you were assigned to read the following chapter:
Essential Elements for Ethical Counsel
Also read ACPE
In 200–300 words, post to the Discussion Area your responses to the following:
General focus
What is your opinion on the importance of ethics?
Which topic do you believe might provide challenges for you? Why?
How does this chapter provide understanding to the American Association of Pastoral Counselors Code of Ethics?