Boundaries in Psychotherapy: Ethical and Clinical Explorations

Boundaries in Psychotherapy: Ethical and Clinical Explorations by Zur, Ofer. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781591477372.

A client wishes to pay for therapy services by bartering his original artwork. A therapist accepts a clients hug but later worries whether doing so may have sent the wrong message. A client asks the therapist to become friends after therapy ends. A prospective client requests therapy from a clinician who is also her neighbor. A client inquires about the therapists spiritual orientation. What is the best course of action in these situations? Zurs latest book is for the professional who feels unsure when entering those gray areas that inevitably arise in psychotherapy practice. It gives careful consideration to what constitutes a boundary violation, and explores the ethical and clinical complexities involved in boundary issues such as exchange of gifts, non-sexual touch, therapists self-disclosure, dual relationships, bartering, home visits, home office practice, and telehealth. This book does not offer simple answers, but rather examines the nature of boundaries in psychotherapy and helps readers view boundaries through ethical and clinical lenses. Readers will learn a decision-making process that will help them think through when to cross and when not to cross a boundary.