Texas Counselor Ethics & Legal Standards

Question 1

What is the principle of confidentiality in counseling?

Accepted Answer

Protecting client information unless legally required

Answer

Confidentiality ensures that information shared by clients is protected and not disclosed without consent, except in legal or safety-related exceptions.

Question 2

What is a dual relationship in counseling?

Accepted Answer

Being both counselor and employer

Answer

A dual relationship occurs when a counselor has another significant connection to the client outside of the therapeutic relationship, which can create conflicts of interest.

Question 3

Informed consent includes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Purpose, process, risks, and confidentiality

Answer

Informed consent ensures clients understand the counseling process, risks, benefits, and confidentiality limits.

Question 4

What should a counselor do if a client threatens harm to another person?

Accepted Answer

Warn the intended victim or appropriate authority

Answer

The duty to warn requires the counselor to take reasonable steps, including notifying authorities or potential victims.

Question 5

What is the ethical standard for recordkeeping?

Accepted Answer

Maintain clear, factual, and updated documentation

Answer

Counselors must keep accurate and timely records to ensure continuity of care and legal accountability.

(TCC) Texas Counselor Certification Practice Test

(TCC) Texas Counselor Certification Practice Test

Texas Counselor Ethics & Legal Standards