Title: Ethical Practices for Navigating Dual Identities & Shared Lived Experience in Supervision

Participants will:

Analyze the ethical implications of shared lived experience and historical/ongoing shared identities with clients and supervisees, and apply at least two strategies for broaching self-disclosure in a way that fosters trust while maintaining professional boundaries.

Differentiate between boundary crossings, boundary violations, and ethical fading in supervision contexts, and implement bracketing and bridling techniques to support ethical decision-making.

Evaluate potential indicators of impaired practice due to life events, and formulate a supervision plan that addresses risk while supporting professional competence and well-being.

Cortny Stark (she/her) PhD LPCC LADAC CRC is an assistant professor with the University of New Mexico Department of Individual, Family, and Community Education, and telehealth therapist for the Trauma Treatment Center and Research Facility in Rio Rancho, NM. Dr. Stark’s research foci include the public’s perception of professional counselors, community-based advocacy efforts for transgender and gender-expansive youth, and the integration of…