After completing ten session with the son, his mother informs me that their insurance panel did not approve further treatment. Keeping in mind of the principle 1.11 from the AAMFT Code of ethics I would not abandonment the client. Unless the client mother come up with alternative means of payment for her son therapy, I would take the action of making reasonable arrangement for continuation of treatment (Caldwell, 2015). But, due to the fact that insurance panel will approve further treatment, I would not be able to space out other session. The action that I would take based on my client circumstances with their insurance panel not providing anymore treatment, would not be anything that would constitute client abandonment or neglect …show more content…
Once the therapist has made the determination of termination she/he must prepare the client for termination by explaining the process and listen how the client feel about the termination process (Shaw, 2015). Also, the therapist should include some benefits of the new service that has been recommended through referral. This would help the client to transition to a new service in a more healthy and therapeutic way (Caldwell, 2015). After having one year of therapy with the mother son, I received a subpoena from the mother lawyer asking me to be part of the court proceeding, with the mother asking the court to grant her sole custody of her child. The subpoena was asking me to provide information concerning the divorce and child custody as addressed in the previous therapy and that I will be called to testify. The action that I would take is first thing that would probably do in my current dilemma dealing with the subpoena would be to lawyer-up myself seeking and obtaining legal advice from an attorney (Shaw, 2015). Also, I would review the AAMFT Code of Ethics to see what it entail in reference to the concerns about subpoena as well as finding out what the local, state, and federal laws about subpoena (Caldwell, 2015). The son is the only one that was receiving therapy but the son is ten years old which constitute the son as being a minor child by law. Therefore the minor child which is son must have the
The client and his mother was thrilled at the idea. The mother was excited because she believed that her son constantly seeks to establish a relationship with his father, who hasn’t made any strides to do so. The son was excited because he stated that he would like to see his father more often and spend more quality time with him. The client was willing to see his father in a therapeutic environment if that’s what it takes to get him involved. I met with the father to schedule a family session with him and the client. During the initial contact with the father, he appeared nonchalant and apathetic towards the therapy. He made statements such as “boys will be boys” to explain his son’s behavior and seemed genuinely uninterested in the idea of family therapy.
A report was received on 06/05/2017 alleging that the mother (Hermionne) left Ashante (C-V 17) with a non-relative since 02/2017 without any legal rights. According to the report, the mother refuses to take her child back home and will not engage with Ms. Aarons (caretaker) to provide legal documentation for the child to be enroll in school and taken to a Primary Care Physician. Ashante has not been is school for the past 4 months and are unable to enroll in school without paperwork. According to the report, Ashante self mutilates her arms, and the mother refuses to get counseling. The report indicates Ashante was to follow-up with a Cardiologist for a chest pain and the mother refuses to take her to the doctor.
On 7/11/2015, CM did a visual and had client come to the social service office. CM completed Bi-Weekly ILP Review. In the meeting client appears to be wear out, and tired. She was constantly throbbing her forehead, like if she was having headache. CM inquires what the problem is. Client replies “she doesn’t like the shelter food and sometimes she doesn’t eat” CM advised the client to eat and nourished her body. CM also observed that client is depressed but she continues to refuse medical referral to see a psychiatrist and medical doctor. Client continues to mention her son who is in foster care, and the physical altercation she sustained many months ago here at this shelter. CM mentioned to the client she was a transferred from another shelter due to physical altercation, CM continues to relate to the client she
However, it appears that my supervisor had overlooked some inconsistencies with this new EAP client. Furthermore, she states that the EAP company is a new client, a potential source of referrals, and they pay well. According to Pope and Vasquez (2011) suggests the client’s welfare must be the primary concern for the supervisor and myself. It is my responsibility to demonstrate concern for the well-being for my client (Board of Directors, 2014, p. 6). Thus, if my area of competence is limited to the client’s needs, I should not be seeing this patient. I would have to seek consultation from the agency, my association, or an external supervisor for this
She met with the on-site psychiatrist on 10/28/2015 and psychiatric evaluation was completed. Client was diagnosed with Axis 1: Learning Disability & F81.9 (Primary), Alcohol use Disorder, moderate, in early remission, dependence – F10.21, Major Depression, single episode, in complete remission; F 32.5 rule out vs. complicated grief in remission and Dysomnia; G47.9. CM tries to refer client to mental counseling and substance abuse program. Client declines referral.
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\. She moved to the United States with her husband in 2004. She does not want to go back Brazil because of her safety concerns regarding a family dispute. She sought psychotherapy to cope with enduring sadness, insomnia, and explosive anger, which had been increasing in frequency over the course of several months. Currently, she resides with her 9-year-old daughter and her partner. She is troubled by the fact that they are the main target of her explosive anger and she says “I do not want to hurt their emotions.” Felisa felt ashamed of her inability to relate to her daughter and partner in a supportive way. She states that she tries to hold her anger but it gets very frustrating. Her family physician stated in his referral that he was concerned
(DR) was advised by her biological uncle to write a letter confronting the biological father about his sexual inappropriate behavior. Her family's response to her accusations was to call her a liar. Mrs. (DR) recanted her story and began cutting herself as a coping skill. At times she envisioned herself jumping out of a window and her blood would be splattered all over the sidewalk. When asked where the father would touch her she stated that he would fondle her breast and put his hands between her legs. This behavior continued until she was pregnant with her first child. Mrs. (DR) and her husband moved in with her parents after being told by the father this is what they must do in order to remain together. The father placed limitations on Mr. (FT”s) interacts with Mrs. (DR’s) baby. Mr. (FT) is not the biological father of this baby who is now 17 years old. Mr. (FT) could not be alone with the infant or require the child to address him as father, step-father or dad. After living with her parents for 13
3. There will be events when the essential advisor will be debilitated, out of town, or generally occupied to give emergency service Another person will rely on upon the outline to make clinical decisions. Satisfactory records can guarantee suitable mediation and progression of consideration as coordinated by the ACA Code of Ethics.
Determine the nature and dimension of the dilemma- remember to maintain All the rights of the patient and prioritize them according to the situation at hand. Do the research to ensure the most up to date methods are being applied. Consult with a more seasoned counselor or supervisor for their opinions about a possible plan of action. Reach out to various counseling associations for any advice they may have to
The client’s mother referred her son to the agency because he was suffering from anxiety. He was resisting going to go to school and becoming distressed when his parents tried to leave him at home.
As a doctor, to prepare myself to take on this case I would have to process a substantial amount of information and use my best judgment to conceive what the best plan of action regarding this case should be. Reviewing the four key principles in medical ethics: nonmaleficience, beneficence, respect for autonomy, and justice, would prove to be very helpful. After reviewing and consulting with my peers I would most likely conclude that the patient is the one receiving the service and is to be put first above all other factors contributing to the situation.
His patient is young 21-year-old girl. She has three children from three different fathers. The first father impregnated her at the age of 16. He openly cheated on her and would beat her during his drunken rages. She left him and met her second child’s father. This man was an addict with a criminal history. He died in an accident while driving a stolen car. The father of her third told her to have his child or he would leave her. She lived with him and had his child. A week after giving birth he left her. She went to Dalrymple claiming to be depressed.
The client has every right to choose whether or not they receive the treatment that they are recommended by a counselor. By providing the client with any information that can contribute to them making an informed decision on their treatment plan, we can be sure that we have
The importance of using evidence-based tools I essential in child therapeutic approach. According to Woodley (2013) the starting framework of assessment in social work with children is defined as including three components: collecting data, being informed by a contextual perspective, and leading to a prevention or intervention plan. A good assessment usually occurs over 2-3 sessions or more and includes a clinical interview; use of objective measures; behavioral observations of the child; and collateral contacts with the family, caseworkers, and others. The assessment covers basic demographics; family history; a comprehensive trauma history including events a child has experienced or witnessed; a complete developmental history; an overview of the child’s problems/symptoms; and relevant contextual history, such as behavior and progress in school; as well as interactions with other systems. The