COU208: A client who is pregnant and is seeking support as she intends to terminate the pregnancy: Ethics in Counselling Essay, SUSS, Singapore

In no more than 4000 words you are required to complete an essay on the ethical aspects of a values conflict in the practice of counseling, by addressing the following question: For each chosen client case, you are to use the following sub-headings:

1. Values and Values Conflict Describe the values conflict that has been presented with the client by self-identifying which core/personal values are being challenged. Critically analyze/reflect on why this case would be difficult for you as a counselor given the values conflict that has been presented in the chosen case/s.

2. Potential Ethical Risks and Implications Identify the potential ethical risks and implications that could occur if you were not able to appropriately manage the value conflict. Consider whether there are any conflicts between your own personal values and those of the profession.

3. Practical Strategies Describe some practical strategies you would implement that could help prevent or limit the impact of the values conflict and ensure ethical practice with the chosen client/s. You should make it clear how these strategies will effectively contribute to ethical practice. The chosen strategies may be used during the counseling session or outside of the session.

Question: 1) A client who is pregnant and is seeking support as she intends to terminate the pregnancy. Tests have revealed the fetus has a significant, but not life-threatening disability.

2) An adult male who is same-sex attracted and wishes to separate from his wife of 20 years, seeks support in working through how to communicate this decision to his wife and teenage children.