Boundary Crossings and Boundary Violations: An African Perspective on Professional Ethics in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Boundary Crossings and Boundary Violations African perspective WEBSITEBoundary Crossings and Boundary Violations: An African Perspective on Professional Ethics inBoundary Crossings and Boundary Violations African perspective Counselling and Psychotherapy is a timely and critical contribution to ethical practice in Africa’s growing mental health landscape. Drawing from clinical experience, research, and African relational philosophy, Dr Christian Adetunji offers a clear and structured guide to navigating the complex realities of counselling within communal, faith-based, and culturally embedded contexts. This book goes beyond strict Western models and unthinking cultural acceptance, introducing the African Ethical Integration Model (AEIM)—a useful framework that helps professionals keep their integrity while being respectful of cultural differences. With real-life case analyses, regulatory insights, and practical safety protocols, this work equips counsellors, therapists, pastors, educators, and institutions to protect clients, safeguard practitioners, and strengthen public trust. This is not just a book on ethics—it is a roadmap for professional maturity in African counselling practice.