The work of psychotherapy and counseling is full of ethical challenges and dilemmas. Responding to these situations with wisdom is critical, not only for the professional's credibility, but also for good therapeutic relationships and positive treatment outcomes. Since its first publication, Christian Counseling Ethics has become a standard reference work for Christian psychologists, counselors, and pastors, and a key text at Christian universities and seminaries. This thoroughly revised edition retains core material on counseling ethics that has made it so valuable in a variety of settings. Now fully updated, it weighs and assesses new and emerging ethical issues in the field. For example, the current volume explores ethical issues involved in: ? multiple relationships ?confidentiality ? therapist competence and character ? addressing spiritual and value issues in therapy In addition, the book considers dilemmas Christian therapists face in specific settings such as: church-based counseling centers; government and military institutions; missions organizations; and college counseling centers.