About this course

Learning Objectives

• Understand the operation of the counselor’s values in the counseling process.
• Understand the ethical considerations of the imposition of values in the counseling relationship.
• Identify appropriate reasons for referring clients to another professional.
• Understand the meaning of discriminatory referrals.
• Identify when supervision and consultation are necessary to address value concerns.

Learning Levels

• General

Target Audience

Course Instructor(s)

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  Dr. Patricia G. Bradford

  Assistant Professor, University of North Georgia

  Dr. Patricia G. Bradford, LPC, NCC, ACS is a counselor educator and counselor with a specialization in addiction treatment, primarily in residential treatment settings. Currently engaged in private practice, Dr. Bradford focuses on counseling individuals with personality and mood-related disorders.

  Originally from Baton Rouge, LA, Dr. Bradford earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision from the University of Wyoming. Her research interests prominently include multicultural considerations within the field of counseling, aiming to enhance therapeutic efficacy and increase advocacy efforts across diverse cultural contexts.

  With a commitment to both clinical excellence and scholarly inquiry in the field of counseling, Dr. Bradford actively contributes to the advancement of counseling education and practice through publications, workshops, and community engagement efforts. She is dedicated to fostering inclusive and effective therapeutic environments that promote holistic well-being and resilience.

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