Martin Has Been Joanna's Counselor for Five Years and Has

question 8

Multiple Choice

Martin has been Joanna's counselor for five years and has developed a strong attraction to her. He believes the attraction is mutual and decides to pursue a sexually intimate relationship with her. Martin is disregarding all of the following EXCEPT

• A) all of the ethics codes of the professional organizations prohibit sexual relationships between client and therapist.
• B) he would not be convicted of a felony.
• C) his actions would likely result in exploiting and harming Joanna.
• D) he could have his license revoked.

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