Unit Objectives
"Understand the Gestalt perspective on ethics.
Understand the ethical codes and concurrent responsibilities relevant to Gestalt.
Be able to apply those codes to the practice of therapy.
Understand the requirements of setting up and maintaining a practice."
Understanding Theory
Ethics of Gestalt associations , Issue of multiple relationships , Ongoing supervision , Requirements of a practice , Record keeping , Referrals to other professionals , Gestalt view of ethics , Ethics in terms of 7 deadly sins , Understand gender, cultural issues , Understand legal issues
Personal Development
"Clear on own personal code of ethics , Able to recognise and deal with ethical dilemmas , Integrity , Responsibility , Develop own professional code of ethics."
Practice Skills
"Knowing own limits professionally, when to refer on , Able to maintain appropriate boundaries , Report writing , Appropriate touching , Sexual boundaries , Dealing with enamourment in therapy , Maintain confidentiality , Use supervision effectively."