Example Of A Multiple Role Relationship Therapist

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A multiple-role relationship is defined as occurring when a therapist is already engaged in a professional role with a person and is either also in another role with the same individual, also in a relationship with someone close to or related to the individual, or makes promises to enter a relationship in the future with the individual or a person close/related to the individual. (Koocher & Keith-Spiegel, 2008). One example of a multiple role relationship would be socializing with current clients. For example, if a therapist has been treating a client for some time and they seem to get along, the client may invite the therapist out to social events, such as for drinks, a concert, etc. This would constitute a multiple role relationship

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