Review the ethical codes of AAMFT and AASECT. Read the case study below. Suppose you’ve been asked to come on a podcast for the AASECT to discuss this case and the ethical issues surrounding it. First, identify ethical breaches and potential ethical pitfalls for the therapist working with this couple. Then, discuss the following questions.
- What would your next steps be?
- What are your ethical obligations?
- What do the AAMFT and AASECT codes identify as your obligations?
- Finally, talk about if you would report an ethical violation, and if so, to whom would you make the report?
- Include specific numbers and email addresses for your state and any other organization you would need to contact.
Case Study
Mike, aged 38, presents for court-mandated therapy. He is in a BDSM relationship with Katie, aged 25. According to Mike, their relationship is consensual. Five months into their relationship, Mike brought Katie to the hospital where she was admitted due to severe bodily injuries. Nurses reported her having bruises on her legs. The nurses also noticed that some of the bruises seemed to be older than others. Even though Katie claimed her injuries were a result of her and Mike’s consensual sexual activities, the nurses reported Mike to the police due to their suspicion of domestic violence. During his interview with the police, Mike also claimed that his and Katie’s sexual activities were consensual and that Katie’s injuries were a result of their BDSM habits. The result of the police report is court-mandated therapy for Mike. Mike is willing but frustrated by what he sees as a lack of understanding.
Length: 15 minutes (the transcript should be 15 minutes long when recorded)
References: Include a reference page with a minimum of 3 scholarly resources
NOTE: I live in the state of new york