2003
DOI: 10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.2003.57.4.429
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The Gray Areas of Boundary Crossings and Violations

Abstract: The term "boundary violation" has become synonymous with unethical practice in psychotherapy, prompting a "black-or-white" view

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“…In fact, Glass (2003) suggested a more precise definition of boundary crossings reflecting a very different clinical perspective: "Boundary crossings are the therapist's attempts to adapt an existing therapeutic alliance to foster the patient's capacity to work in therapy" (p. 435). Boundary crossings according to Glass are "benign, discussable, nonprogressive departures .…”
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“…In fact, Glass (2003) suggested a more precise definition of boundary crossings reflecting a very different clinical perspective: "Boundary crossings are the therapist's attempts to adapt an existing therapeutic alliance to foster the patient's capacity to work in therapy" (p. 435). Boundary crossings according to Glass are "benign, discussable, nonprogressive departures .…”
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“…In professional relationships, boundaries are sometimes crossed when professionals engage in interactions with clients that extend beyond traditional professional practices. These boundary crossings are generally considered benign, as their purpose is to enhance the goals of the relationship without harm to or exploitation of the client (Glass, 2003). Examples of boundary crossings could include accepting a client's inexpensive gift, providing a client with a home telephone number, or meeting with a client in a nontraditional setting (Lazarus, 1994;D.…”
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“…Others state that self-disclosure provides social comparison data and makes the patient feel understood, increasing the patient's engagement in the psychotherapy. The debate is also about whether self-disclosure is a boundary violation, which unethically exploits patients, or a boundary crossing, which is the therapist's attempt to adapt an existing therapeutic alliance to foster the patient's capacity to work in therapy (Glass 2003). It is not the point here to discuss these and other potential different positions and probe the question.…”
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