Question

Jones v. Abrams and Abrams v. Jones addresses what issue? What does the outcome mean for those in counseling relationships?

Answer 1

Research shows that patients are more likely to establish a good therapeutic relationship when they have good interpersonal and communication skills. For example, patients are more likely to form good relationships with their therapists when they are open and honest about their needs.In order that the client feels comfortable in expressing him/herself in an uninhibited way, the relationship between the client and the counsellor needs to be built on reciprocal trust. It is the counsellor's responsibility to provide a safe, confidential environment, and to offer empathy, understanding and respect.Boundaries protect clients from getting taken advantage of due to vulnerability. Boundaries also protect therapists from being sued by patients. ... Therapeutic boundaries are of significant importance because it makes the client feel safe. Boundaries are based on good decision making skills.