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Therefore, a psychotherapist must always approach these ethical dilemmas in a frame of reference that includes every outside agent, beside himself or herself, because this fresh perspective can either forewarn or normalize a feeling or attitude that the psychotherapist may have. Hence, why such approaches as the Herlihy and Corey model or the social constructivist process allow the psychotherapist the opportunity to assess, analyze, and learn, in order to make an ethical decision that does not hinder the client’s growth. Dr. Streider and Dr. Lash took advantage of the ambiguity in the ethical guidelines, without taking into consideration the harm their actions placed on their client and their professional competence. In cases of dual relationships or