Contemporary Legal Challenges in Counseling (WNBC1006)

Presented by the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

Speaker Introduction by Dr. David Capuzzi

In this webinar, Dr. Remley will discuss some of the most common legal challenges facing contemporary counselors in mental health, school, college, and private practice settings. Topics will include managing clients who may be at risk for suicide or violence; counseling children and families involved in child custody disputes; avoiding unwanted court appearances; and dealing with subpoenas. Practice guidelines for managing these legal issues will be provided.

By the end of this webinar, participants will learn:

Steps to take when a counselor determines that a client may be at risk for suicide.
What to do when a parent asks a counselor to appear in court to help the parent obtain child custody.
Appropriate steps to take after receiving a subpoena.

Accreditation Statement(s)
Walden University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 4546. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Walden University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Successful completion of this resource provides NBCC clock hours; partial credit will not be offered.

**ACEP contact information:**
100 Washington Ave. S Suite 1210, Minneapolis MN, 55401
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.waldenu.edu

ADA Accommodation Statement
If you need accommodations to attend this webinar, please e-mail [email protected].