Mental health law

Self-care for the therapist is most important in working with Jessica. First, it is important for the therapist to identify personal triggers and hot spots. This can reduce the instance of counter-transference. Additionally, if the therapist has encountered previous trauma to Jessica’s supervision is essential. This will help the clinician obtain an objective view of practices being implemented and the presence of subjective views or instances of vicarious trauma. Also, self-care for the…

and through a genuine therapeutic alliance, the community might not be doing all that is needed to nourish the health of its members (Lewis et al., 2011). Therefore, consideration is necessary not just for the unique needs of their individual clients but also the collective needs of their clients as a group (Lewis et al., 2001). As a social change agent becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor will help to increase preparation to become an expert witness, counselor, and advocate…

The helping process between the helper and client transitions through five stages. As stated by Corey and Corey, the stages of the helping process are: “1) establishing a working relationship; 2) assessing or defining the present problem; 3) identifying and setting goals; 4) choosing and initiating interventions; and 5) planning and introducing termination and follow-up.” (Corey & Corey, 2014) Each stage has a specific task and requires the helper to take on different roles. The first stage of…

given in writing, voluntarily. Authorized representative in statute C.R.S. § 25.5-10-202(1), Is the person designated by the person receiving services. Voluntary applications for mental health services in statute C.R.S. § 27-65-103(2) allows a minor at who is 15 years of age may consent for mental health treatment with or without parents’ consent. Any adult over the age of 18 years old who can make informed intellectual decisions regarding their personal welfare. Any authorized…

number of incarcerated inmates who suffer from some form of mental illness is at a rise. There is a wide range of questions about the treatment of the mentally ill in the justice system and wether prisons are a suitable place for the mentally ill. When a person commits a crime or breaks the law, they are usually taken into custody and sent to jail or prison without being evaluated properly. Instead of being sent to a hospital or a mental health facility to receive the proper treatments,…

Solution Criteria Although people with mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system require addition services, according to a study of the Mental Health Court of Indiana, nearly 13% of defendant did not receive addition services (Luskin, 2013, p. 259). This paper proposes three solutions to the nation’s issue of overpopulation of people with mental illness being incarcerated in its jails and prisons. These solutions dissect both advantages and disadvantages of applying its…

In recent years, violence and people with mental illness have received widespread of news media coverage. Specifically, the aftermath of violent act is often viewed as an opportunity to support negative attitudes toward people with mental illness. The new media portrayal acts of violence committed by individuals with mental disorders appear to play a critical role in influencing negative perceptions toward individuals with mental illness (McGinty, Webster, & Barry, 2013). When a person commits…

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation 's largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. NAMI is a nonprofit organization that provides education on mental health illnesses, whose purpose is also providing advocacy and support to people and families affected by mental health disorders. NAMI has largely been a force for good in the advocacy of information about mental health issues; equal treatment and access to treatment, and helping…

Synthesis Paper Those with mental disabilities find it difficult to receive additional help in today's society. People with bipolar disorder find it particularly difficult to acquire health insurance. ”Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.” Do people with bipolar disorders have the right to have a specific health insurance? In 2008, Congress passed a law requiring health insurers to…

Mental Health Counselor Many teenagers would not make it through high school and more marriages would fall apart if it was not for one profession. To be a mental health counselor is an extremely taxing, difficult career. There is a lot of schooling and residency to get through, as well as a lifetime of listening to people who are angry, sad, or unable to feel at all. A counselor needs to meet many qualifications before they can be licensed. In spite of this fact, the growth of the job is at 29%…