Safeguarding
I follow the ethical guidelines of COSCA(2014).
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As a counsellor, I take responsibility in upholding the best interests of my clients.
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I must only work within my competence. This will be monitored by my supervisors, and myself.
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When needed, I will seek support to find out how to continue to best support my clients, or will refer on to a more suitable source.
I may also undertake CPD (continuous professional development) to ensure this.
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My clients safety is my upmost concern.
Please see "Urgent Support" if there is an immediate risk to your safety.
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Within sessions confidentiality (your right to session content privacy) will be held unless there is belief that there will be substantial harm to someone, or the client themselves.
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I am bound to report: ​
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Serious Harm e.g., risk of death or severe injury purposeful, or not.
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Sexual Relations involving those under 13.
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Acts of Terrorism.
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Fraud.
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I am bound in these areas under British Law, and specifically, the laws that govern Scotland, UK.
Brief notes will be kept for each session held. These will be held for a minimum of 5-100 years dependent on circumstance.
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Please see GDPR for more information.
How I Stay Up To Date On Safeguarding
2020, Aberlour Children's Charity - Child Protection.
2021, SHOUT - Safeguarding Children Levels 1&2.
2021, SHOUT - Safeguarding Children with Disabilities.
2023, SHOUT - Safeguarding Adults Levels 1&2.
2021, SHOUT - Safeguarding Adults with Disabilities.
2021, SHOUT - Safeguarding those with Dementia.
2021, RASASH - Working Safely with Active Self Harm.
2021, RASASH - Working Safely with Active Suicidal Ideation.
2021, RASASH - Working Safely with an Active Suicide Plan.
2023, Scottish Drugs Foundation - Overdose Prevention and Intervention (Naloxone Trained 2023).
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Let’s Work Together
If you, or someone you know, are struggling with any of the above, feel free to get in touch.