Overview
This paper is not a research paper. This is a self-reflective essay on what you believe it is to be an ethical person and an ethical professional counselor. This is not about personal religious beliefs, but an opportunity to examine your morals, as well as your perception of ethical behavior and ethical counselor practice. If you choose to use a quote, make sure that it is referenced according to APA rules. This is not about having a ‘perfect’ paper; instead, it is a means of exploration of your current beliefs. Do not be afraid to ask questions of yourself and try to figure out the answers. The paper can be 5 pages maximum (Not including references); make sure that you demonstrate that you are giving thought to this important professional essay.
Follow this structure for your paper:
- What are the main referents that you use to distinguish what is right from wrong in your daily life? What do you think are the referents in your role as a counselor?
- What is your moral foundation profile? You can explore it by answering the Moral Foundations Questionnaire at http://www.yourmorals.org
- In your textbook: 24 – 32pgs. Corey, G., Corey, M., & Callanan, P. review and provide an analysis of the items on the provided self-assessment: An Inventory of your attitudes and beliefs about Ethical and Professional Issues, Answer the questions: Do you consider behavior ethical or unethical behavior? And why?
- To what extent is there congruence or not between whom you are and how you behave in your personal life, and how you believe you should be or behave professionally?
- Do you believe that as a counselor you are to live a personal life that reflects a higher level of moral development that any other professional? Why or why not?