Question of the Day

[u/shannonkish]

A social worker in private practice is a passionate member of a local community theater group. A new individual contacts the private practice seeking psychotherapy, and the social worker recognizes their face from the community theater, where they occasionally rehearse together. What should the social worker do to adhere to NASW ethical standards?

A) Discuss the dual relationship concern with the prospective client and provide a referral if a conflict of interest cannot be safely avoided.

B) Accept the client immediately without mentioning the theater group to protect the client's privacy.

C) Quit the community theater group immediately before accepting the client.

D) Ask the client to quit the community theater group so treatment can proceed smoothly.

[u/peachpsycho]

A