Which ethical principles guide confidentiality and its limits in counseling?

• A. Respect for autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, justice; limits include danger to self/others, abuse, and mandated reporting.
• B. Confidentiality is absolute and has no limits.
• C. Consent and disclosure may occur without client permission when required by policy.
• D. Confidentiality applies only to information shared in writing.

Answer: (C)