Introduction to Part 4: Ethics and
Boundaries
As with any therapeutic intervention, the use of technology in
clinical practice is not without its ethical and professional
difficulties. Part 4 has been developed to help you
understand and address the professional and ethical issues that
arise from using technology in your work with young people.
In completing Part 4, please note that the evidence
for technology in therapeutic interactions is still emerging and
that this part of the module is not exhaustive in its coverage. We
have aimed to address common ethical issues and professional
challenges, but there will be occasions when issues arise that are
not covered. When this does arise, we encourage you to
consult the professional and ethical guidelines of your
organisation and professional association for guidance.
How to maintain professional boundaries when using
technology;
The ethical issues including privacy,
confidentiality, security and use;
How to manage concerns associated with using
technology.
In completing Part 4, please note that the evidence for
technology in therapeutic interactions is still emerging and that
this part of the module is not exhaustive in its coverage. We have
aimed to address common ethical issues and professional challenges,
but there will be occasions when issues arise that are not covered.
When this does arise, we encourage you to consult the
professional and ethical guidelines of your organisation and
professional association for guidance.
Learning objectives:
- How to maintain professional boundaries when using
technology;
- The ethical issues including privacy, confidentiality, security
and use;
- How to manage concerns associated with using technology.
Note from key author, Psychologist Liesje Donkin:
"I feel that this is a particularly important part of the
training module as it begins to develop guidelines on keeping both
yourself and your clients safe. Whilst ethical guidelines can
often help to guide decision making in "grey areas" in traditional
consultations, the emerging nature of digital therapies and
interventions means that often these guidelines do not exist.
I've searched many sites and resources for guidelines and have
combined these with clinical experience to form this part. I
envision this as work in progress that everyone can contribute to.
Given this, any feedback or suggestions are welcome."
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Boundaries