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Marital and Family Therapy

Category - Law & Ethics

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When Barry can no longer afford therapy, but sees himself making progress, he makes a proposal: Would it be possible for him to mow your lawn and landscape your garden instead? What would the most appropriate response be to his inquiry?
  1. Thank him for his thoughtfulness and accept the offer
  2. Explain to him how it constitutes a dual relationship
  3. Let him know that it can only be a temporary arrangement
  4. Pretend like he never asked the question
Explanation
Answer - B - Dual relationships exist when the client or the therapist is placed in a situation where he fulfills two roles in the particular relationship. For example, Barry cannot be your client and your landscaper. Nor could you be his therapist and his employer. This dual relationship promotes a dangerous shift in the balance of power that would damage the relationship.
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