Texas LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) Jurisprudence Exam

According to the rules, can a licensee verbally inform a client about changes to the counseling agreement?

1. A. Yes, as long as the client agrees

2. B. No, changes must be communicated in writing

3. C. Only if the changes are minor

4. D. Yes, but a written notice is preferred

The correct answer is: B. No, changes must be communicated in writing

The correct answer is B No, changes must be communicated in writing. This is because written communication provides a clear and documented record of the changes made to the counseling agreement. Verbal communication may be subject to misinterpretation or forgotten entirely, whereas written communication allows for both parties to refer back to the agreement and ensure that all changes were properly communicated and agreed upon. Additionally, according to the rules, all significant changes to a counseling agreement must be made in writing to protect the rights and interests of both the licensee and the client. Options A and D may seem like reasonable options, but they are not in line with the rules that require written communication for changes to the counseling agreement. Option C is incorrect because the significance of the changes should not determine whether verbal communication is appropriate or not, as any changes to the agreement should be communicated in writing.