March 23, 2011, 8:30 - 11:45 a.m.

When does service delivery cross the line and become unethical proselytizing? The presenter will share findings of an in-depth case study of a Christian non-profit agency that warrants caution for practice in religious settings. Discussion will focus on discerning ethical professional practice in the context of religiously affiliated organizations.

Professional helpers who work in secular agencies will benefit from examining elements of unwanted religious persuasion in the context of professional clinical practice.

Learning objectives:

• Further dialogue on the ethical integration of spirituality/religion and practice.
• Discuss potentially unseen areas of unethical practice regarding integration of professional helping and religion/spirituality.
• Substantiate that caution for professional practice in religious settings is warranted.
• Discuss recommendations and implications for ethical professional practice for educators, students, and licensed clinicians working with religiously affiliated organizations.