Communication Differences in Electronic Media
Counselors consider the differences be- tween face-to-face and electronic com- munication (nonverbal and verbal cues) and how these may affect the counseling process. Counselors educate clients on how to prevent and address potential misunderstandings arising from the lack of visual cues and voice intonations when communicating electronically.
Records and Web Maintenance
Records Counselors maintain electronic records in accordance with relevant laws and statutes. Counselors inform clients on how records are maintained electroni- cally. This includes, but is not limited to, the type of encryption and security assigned to the records, and if/for how long archival storage of transaction records is maintained.
the profession depend on a high level of professional conduct. They hold other counselors to the same standards and are willing to take appropriate action to ensure that standards are upheld. Counselors strive to resolve ethical dilemmas with direct and open commu- nication among all parties involved and seek consultation with colleagues and supervisors when necessary. Counselors incorporate ethical practice into their daily professional work and engage in ongoing professional development regarding current topics in ethical and legal issues in counseling. Counselors become familiar with the ACA Policy and Procedures for Processing Com- plaints of Ethical Violations1 and use it as a reference for assisting in the enforcement of the ACA Code of Ethics.
