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What should counsellors do when they find themselves in a situation in which two different ethical principles appear to be in conflict with each other? For instance, in some rare cases, respecting and promoting the client's right for self-determination may inadvertently raise questions with regard to the counsellor's responsibility for the larger community/society.

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The expert examines counselling in psychology.

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The counsellor has a responsibility to protect themselves from any adverse effects that their actions and/or practice has. This is very important as the counsellor must ensure that they keep mentally well, it is there responsibility to do this - but there are many processes in place (such as supervision) to make sure that this happens.

Counsellors also have a responsibility to protect the wider society and the profession of counselling in general. ...

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