Maryland board of professional counselors code of ethics

Ethics and Conduct for Art Therapists

Licensed Art Therapists in the state of Maryland follow the Maryland Department of Health Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists Code of Ethics. All licensed art therapists are expected to follow these guidelines for ethical and competent practice of art therapy.

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Ethics and Conduct for Art Therapists
Unlawful Practice of Art Therapy
THANK YOU !
65th Anniversary MCA Conference
The conference was a success! Thank you to our Attendees, Presenters, and Sponsors. A special thank you to our Program Chairs Dr. Cheryl Fisher and Dr. Donnette Deigh, our Executive Director Cathie Eaton . Thank you to all our volunteers who made the conference a success!
What are the code of ethics for counselors?
What are the most common ethical violations in counseling?
What are Comar Regulations?
Can counselors diagnose in Maryland?

Credentialed practitioners are also held to the standards of the Art Therapy Credentials Board Code of Ethics and Conduct.

Additionally, members of the Maryland Art Therapy Association follow ethical guidelines set forth by the American Art Therapy Association, in the AATA’s Ethical Principles for Art Therapists.

For more information, please see the below Code of Ethics:

BOPC Code of Ethics

ATCB Code of Ethics

AATA Code of Ethics

Unlawful Practice of Art Therapy

Due to state licensure and title protection of art therapy in Maryland, it is unlawful to provide “art therapy”, or refer to one’s self as an “art therapist”, without the denotation of Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist (LCPAT), or Licensed Graduate Professional Art Therapist (LGPAT) granted by the State of Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.

The scope of practice for art therapy has been outlined in Title 17 of the Health Occupations.

If you have questions about an organization or individual representing or advertising themselves as an art therapist, providing art therapy services, or having an art therapy degree, certification, credential, or license, please contact the individual directly. You may also find information provided by the links below.

Verify a Maryland License through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists

Verify credentials granted by the Art Therapy Credentials Board

WELCOME TO THE MARYLAND COUNSELING ASSOCIATION

A Branch of the American Counseling Association

THANK YOU !

65th Anniversary MCA Conference

The conference was a success! Thank you to our Attendees, Presenters, and Sponsors. A special thank you to our Program Chairs Dr. Cheryl Fisher and Dr. Donnette Deigh, our Executive Director Cathie Eaton . Thank you to all our volunteers who made the conference a success!

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MCA leadership officers for 2022-2023!

President: Patricia Dudley

Past-President: Dr. Sara Pula

President-Elect: Dr. Kerri Legette McCullough

Treasurer: Dr. Rebekah Cole

Treasurer Elect: Dr. Marja Humphrey

Secretary: Leslie Holley

Secretary-Elect: Annyck Hamez

Member-at-Large: Irene Burks

Executive Director: Catherine Eaton

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MCA's mission is to promote public confidence and trust in the counseling profession and to influence policies that affect professional counselors and the welfare of the diverse clients they serve.

We are currently planning new ways to provide services for our members and the community at large and need your ideas!

Why not take the step in joining MCA and considering work on one of our committees to make the world a better place through your care and expertise?

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Upcoming events!

Native American Lessons from White Earth Nation: Drum and Medicine Bag Making

11/12/2022 12:00 PM
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MCSJ Presents: Restorative Healing Circles for BIPOC Therapists
11/17/2022 7:00 PM
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MCA Presents: Caring for Religiously Traumatized Clients
11/18/2022 12:00 PM

What are the code of ethics for counselors?

Counselors have an obligation to make their students, trainees, and supervisees aware of their ethical responsibilities..

General Responsibility. ... .

Respect for Rights. ... .

Boundaries of Competence. ... .

Continuing Education. ... .

Research and Development. ... .

Ethical Behavior. ... .

Sensitivity to Diversity. ... .

Equal Opportunity..

What are the most common ethical violations in counseling?

According to statistics, the most frequent complaints about ethical issues in counseling involve dual relationships, incompetence, practicing without a license or misrepresenting one's qualifications, sexual relationships with clients, and breach of confidentiality.

What are Comar Regulations?

The Code of Maryland Regulations, often referred to as COMAR, is the official compilation of all administrative regulations issued by agencies of the state of Maryland. Regulations governing the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) fall under Title 13A.

Can counselors diagnose in Maryland?

Once you become an LCPC you can engage in the practice of professional clinical counseling independently, which includes: Diagnosis and treatment of emotional or mental conditions.