Dr. Marissa "MJ" Babcock, a Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator (CFMHE), co-authored an advanced textbook on ethics for mental health professionals.

"Advanced Ethics for Mental Health Professionals" prepares mental health counseling and social work students for their future careers by providing them with in-depth coverage of legal and ethical issues they are likely to encounter in the field. The text explores the intricacies of the increasingly varied contexts in which counselors find themselves, such as community work, crisis counseling, court cases, telehealth, and more, offering content aligned with contemporary mental health demands. The book examines historical perspectives, essential principles, the development of professional identity, and the application of ethical decision-making models in intricate clinical scenarios. It addresses critical themes such as decision-making capacity, integrated care, specific population needs, varying treatment settings, and the ethical implications of supervision and education in counseling, equipping future counselors to confidently navigate professional dilemmas and uphold ethical and legal standards.

Tailored to reflect the changing landscape and escalation of complex client engagements and atypical care settings, Advanced Ethics for Mental Health Professionals is a vital tool for graduate-level law and ethics courses, as well as practicum, internships, counselor identity formation, and ongoing professional development. The authors have also included a sample syllabus provided in 16-week and 8-week formats, which is accessible through Cognella when ordering the instructor's version.

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