Beyond the Code of Ethics: Navigating Real-World Dilemmas – 6 CE-Credits
Abstract
The practice of psychotherapy presents psychologists with a plethora of nuanced ethical dilemmas that demand more than theoretical knowledge and aspirational principles. This interactive, full-day workshop delves deeper into four critical areas: client/patient documentation requests (disability, medical leave and/or accommodations), multidisciplinary collaboration, multiple relationships, and effective advocacy. Through roundtable discussions and case-based examples, participants will build upon the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists and develop practical strategies and insights to address these complex clinical situations with more confidence.
Intended Audience
Registered psychologists and registered provisional psychologists in clinical practice offering psychotherapy.
Learning Objectives
- Identify ethical challenges within the four specified domains and their associated ethical principles.
- Explore practical tools and frameworks to ethically respond to client/patient documentation requests.
- Enhance collaboration and navigate ethical complexities within multidisciplinary settings
- Discuss best practices in managing multiple relationships.
- Gain a deeper understanding of advocacy’s role in empowering clients/patients and advancing the profession.
Presenter
Dr. Jaleh Shahin
Dr. Jaleh Shahin is a registered psychologist in the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Dr. Shahin is board certified in Clinical Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
Dr. Shahin has extensive experience working as a mental health professional in a wide variety of settings including primary care, hospitals, community mental health clinics, university clinics, and private practice.
Dr. Shahin holds a Doctorate and a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology (Honors) from McMaster University.
Dr. Shahin has served as a consulting psychologist for Copeman HealthCare Centers in Edmonton and Vancouver. She previously held an academic position with the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry (FoMD) at the University of Alberta where she developed FoMD’s in-house mental health program and was responsible for management and provision of all aspects of psychological services offered to physicians in-training as well as other healthcare students. She also taught in the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education programs. She has a special interest in medical professionals’ mental health and wellbeing.
Clinically, Dr. Shahin has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families providing mental health services including assessment, diagnosis, intervention, consultation, workshops, research and program evaluation. Dr. Shahin’s current practice focuses on addressing the mental health needs of professionals, executives, leaders and their families.
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA CPDO. Cancellations received fourteen (14) days prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.
Continuing Education Credits
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for six (6.0) hours of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.