Ethical Issues In Kill The Boss

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When assessing ethical or moral issues there are consequences to any counsellor’s actions. In the case of “Kill the Boss” (Keith-Spiegel, 2014), I believe that there are major ethical issues that need to be addressed. When we look at the case of William (Billy) Barge we see a classic case of a client who is aggressive. This aggression may lead to the dismantle of his career, and the therapeutic process which he has worked on for a great period.
In respect to this case there are many laws, counselling regulations, counselling standards and ethical codes that are relevant to this situation. As we review some of these codes and laws we will conclude what would be the best suit of action for the case at hand. Firstly, “Legislation across Canada
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In respect to the dignity of person as we take a deeper look into the case of William (Billy) Barge we will conclude that his character and person should be taken into consideration; “Primarily as a person or an end in him, not as an object or a means to an end, and is worthy of equal moral consideration” (CPA, 2017, pg.13) As we look into the respect of dignity as an ethical value for Billy’s case we observe from CPA (2017) as followed:
General Respect
1.1 “Demonstrate appreciate respect for the knowledge insight, experience, areas of expertise, and cultural perspectives and values of others, including those that are different from their own, limited only by those that seriously contravene the ethical principles of this Code” (CPA, 2017)
General Rights
1.5 “Avoid or refuse to participate in practices disrespectful of the moral rights of persons or peoples, including their human, legal and civil rights Code” (CPA, 2017)
Far Treatment/Due process
1.12 “Work and act in a spirit of fair treatment to others Code” (CPA, 2017)
Confidentiality
1.45 “Share confidential information with others only to the extent reasonably needed for the purpose of sharing, and only with the informed consent of those involved, or in a manner that the individual or groups involved cannot be identified, except as required or justified by law, or in circumstances of possible imminent serious bodily harm Code” (CPA,