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Originally Posted by watino
Psychotherapists is a profession that requires a licence (unless one is in training to obtain such a licence). Once it's awarded it allows one to practice the profession, provided that the ethical code established by the awarding organization is followed. Failure to comply could mean investigation by the disciplinary committee and suspension or withdrawal of the licence.
For physicians the rules are quite different and more strict, for example certain aspects are regulated by criminal law.
Art. 20: The psychologist will give information to persons undergoing psychologist diagnoses and therapy on the methods used and results achieved, being guided by the good of these persons. The psychologist will avoid procedures which could offend the client's convictions and also the chance of erroneous interpretation of information given. In doubtful cases the psychologist will ensure that this information is correctly understood. |
Although I know you are not in North America, I'd be sure to check that there isn't another clause in this article. In Canada, it says the same basic thing, but down the list a little, it says that this information can be withheld if it would be a detriment to the client to know the information.
I'm really surprised about the variety of opinions on the situation. Seeing how the OP admitted to choosing to intimidate through an action, I don't see how anyone can see this as the T's fault. If this T was an anger management T, then maybe there might be a bit of credence to the T being partially responsible, but even then, no one has to submit to violence - NO ONE.
No one can guess how they will respond when they fear for their safety.