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ISSN : 1229-0688
This study explored the ethical use of non-face-to-face counseling and digital media among counselors to enhance professional and ethical practices. Ethical guidelines were developed from nine existing codes, addressing professional competencies, client welfare, counseling relationships, information protection, and social media use. A survey was created based on the ethical guidelines and conducted with 1,866 members of the Korean Counseling Psychological Association. Results showed that 91% of counselors had experience with non-face-to-face counseling, driven by COVID-19, distant clients, and client preference. Most obtained informed consent and recognized its importance. AI-assisted transcription was used by 42%, but only 40% secured consent for its use. Social media use was reported by 82%, with 39% differentiating personal from professional use, and 8~18% sharing counseling experiences or interacting with clients online. Differences based on counselors’ developmental levels (beginner, intermediate, expert) were noted. The study underscored the need for updated ethical guidelines and improved counselor education.
