Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2: What is a Professional Boundary? A. What is a Professional Boundary? B. Social versus Professional Relationships C. Boundary Crossings D. Boundary Violations E. Flexible Boundaries F. Arya and Jennifer Section 3: Common Boundary Situations A. Boundaries with Dual Relationships B. Boundaries with Unplanned Contact C. Boundaries with Physical Contact D. James’ Parents E. Boundaries with Language F. Boundaries with Social Media G. Establishing and Maintaining Professional Boundaries H. Danger Signals I. Joaquin and Jacquelyn Section 4: Conclusion A. Summary B. Congratulations C. Course Contributors D. References

Dr. Kevin Fawcett is a clinical psychologist in San Diego, CA. Dr. Fawcett runs a private practice where he provides therapeutic services for individual adolescents and adults, couples, as well as families. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU), teaching courses on the psychology of personal development. He received his Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, San Diego (2009). His clinical training involved work at the Chadwick Center for Children and Families at Children’s Hospital San Diego and the Clinical Services program at Catholic Charities, San Diego. He later completed his post-doctoral training working with college students in the Wellness Center at PLNU. Disclosure: Kevin Fawcett, Ph.D. has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.