MFT Law and Ethics questions with correct answers

What is the primary responsibility of a supervisor to a supervise? - correct answer To serve as a guide and role model appropriate conduct when performing therapy. This includes respecting the relationship between supervisor/supervisee which resembles the therapeutic relationship. An intern friend shares with you the unethical behavior of his or her supervisor. What wold you counsel him or her to do? - correct answer Call CAMFT and ask to speak with staff attorney What are the duties of a supervisee to a supervisor? - correct answer Follow the guidelines estabished by the supervisor. Know the laws and ethics of MFT practicee. Follow Standard of Care. Consult with teh supervisor continuously. What makes bartering a dangerous issue for therapists? - correct answer It can lead to creating a harmful dual relationship. There can be loss of objectivity in pricing below the market value the items exchanaged Under what conditions can a therapist threat a minor without parental consent? - correct answer When they are 12 years or older and are capable of benefitting from therapy, and without treatiment they would be a danger of self or others, or when they have been alleged victim of a crime or incest. A 16 year old calls a therapist because he wants to quit smoking cigarettes. What does the law say about MFTs treating minors for this issue. - correct answer Must obtain parental consent What makes the age 12 years so important in distinguishing the need for parental consent? - correct answer Age 12 appears to be the age of reason in California Law What are the requirements for marriage in California? - correct answer Both parties must be 18 years of age and capable of consenting to and consummating a marriage. If underage, parental consent or court consent must be granted for the underage person.