CHAPTER VI ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN MUSIC THERAPY: GUIDELINES TO ENSURE ETHICAL PRACTICE

1 Informed Consent: Music therapists must always obtain informed consent from clients before beginning any therapy sessions They must explain the purpose, benefits, and potential risks or limitations of the therapy, and clients should be given enough information to make an informed decision about whether to participate

2 Respect for Clients: Music therapists must always respect the privacy, dignity and rights of clients They should never use language or behavior that is offensive, exploitative or disrespectful

3 Maintaining Standards: Music therapists must abide by the standards of practice established by relevant professional organizations These standards ensure the highest level of ethical conduct in music therapy

4 Professional Boundaries: Music therapists should not have any kind of relationship with clients outside of the therapeutic setting This includes social media, email, text messages, or any other form of communication

5 Confidentiality: Music therapists must maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality to protect clients' privacy They should not share information without the client's express permission

6 Use of Technology: Music therapists must be familiar with the risks associated with using technology (e g , internet, email, text messages) in therapy They should take appropriate security measures to protect client data and ensure that any digital communication is secure

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FROM: 9 DE JESUS

BY BASAS,AQUISHA KRISNAH O. 10