I abide by the ACA Code of Ethics and its foundational counseling principles of:

• Autonomy: empowering clients in independent decision making

• Non-maleficence: avoidance of harming clients

• Beneficence: promoting client well being 

• Justice: equal treatment of all clients

• Fidelity: remaining faithful and honoring client trust

• Veracity: upholding honesty in practice 

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I am also guided by the principles of putting the client first, involving the client in every step of the therapeutic process from beginning to end, discussing informed consent throughout the therapeutic relationship, and engaging in consultation, supervision, and continuous education in areas that pertain to a client in order to provide the most competent services. 

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Also in recognizing the increasing presence of technology, I abide by Dr. Kolmes internationally recognized Social Media Policy in order to respect and protect client privacy and the therapeutic relationship. 

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