09/12/2023
Mari Lee, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S, MBATT-CS has written a new blog about ethical conduct between mental health professionals (excerpt), "In my business coaching role, one of the highest sources of joy is supporting and encouraging my colleagues toward achieving their professional dreams and goals. However, my heart grows heavy when, on occasion, a colleague sets up an appointment and shares that the reason they are meeting with me is to seek support to discuss a situation when they have been a victim of plagiarism, theft, gossip, discrimination, gaslighting, or harassment. These colleagues often express feelings of shock, betrayal, anger, fear, sadness, and anxiety, and are sometimes uncertain which way to turn or what steps to take..."
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Ethical behavior among mental health professionals is essential for maintaining the trust and integrity of the therapeutic community. By adhering to principles such as avoiding plagiarism, refraining from gossip, and respecting boundaries, therapists can foster a culture of professionalism, respect,