CRC Ethical Responsibility 3

Question 1

A recovery coach who is also in recovery themselves begins sharing excessive personal details during sessions. This is an example of which ethical concern?

Accepted Answer

Inappropriate self-disclosure that can shift focus away from the client

Answer

Excessive self-disclosure by the coach redirects focus from the client's needs and can blur professional boundaries.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the ethical concept of 'autonomy' in recovery coaching?

Accepted Answer

The client's right to make their own informed choices about their recovery

Answer

Autonomy upholds the client's right to self-determination, meaning the coach supports but does not direct the client's recovery choices.

Question 3

A recovery coach discovers that a colleague is practicing outside their scope of competence. What is the ethical obligation?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the appropriate supervisor or credentialing body

Answer

Ethical responsibility includes upholding professional standards within the field by reporting colleagues who endanger clients.

Question 4

A client discloses a history of childhood trauma during a coaching session. What is the most ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the disclosure, express empathy, and refer to a licensed mental health professional

Answer

Recovery coaches acknowledge trauma with empathy but refer clients to licensed professionals for clinical trauma treatment, staying within their scope.

Question 5

What is the primary reason recovery coaches must maintain clear professional boundaries?

Accepted Answer

To prevent misuse of the power differential inherent in the coaching relationship

Answer

Clear boundaries protect clients from exploitation given the natural power imbalance in a helping relationship.

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test

CRC Ethical Responsibility 3