Module 1: Foundations of Ethical Boundaries
Module 1 Overview
Estimated Time: 40 Minutes
Ethical boundaries are not just about professionalism - they are essential for protecting both the client and the therapist.
In this module, you will explore how emotional labor, unclear boundaries, and overextension can lead to ethical risk, burnout, and compromised care.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
Differentiate between ethics and emotional labor
Define clinical and personal boundaries
Explain why burnout is an ethical issue
Identify early warning signs of boundary fatigue
Learning Objectives
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
Identify patterns of client dependency
Differentiate between supportive care and overgiving
Recognize when helping behaviors become enabling
Apply ethical strategies for referral and termination of care
Self-Assessment Worksheet
*Must be submitted at the end of Course