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Professional Boundaries: Ethics of the Therapeutic Bond

By Mohammed looti / / 1 min read
Scientifically Reviewed · Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim · September 2, 2026
Medically & Scientifically Reviewed Verified: September 2, 2026
Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology • University of Kerbala
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Professional Boundaries: Ethics of the Therapeutic Bond

Professional-client sexual relations are a clear and very serious violation of professional boundaries. It occurs when a health care professional engages in sexual activity with a patient under his or her care.

PROFESSIONAL-CLIENT SEXUAL RELATIONS: “Professional-client sexual relations are grounds for immediate termination from the clinic.”
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looti, M. (2026, September 2). Professional Boundaries: Ethics of the Therapeutic Bond. Encyclopedia of psychology. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/professional-client-sexual-relations/
looti, Mohammed. “Professional Boundaries: Ethics of the Therapeutic Bond.” Encyclopedia of psychology, 2 September 2026, https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/professional-client-sexual-relations/.
looti, Mohammed. “Professional Boundaries: Ethics of the Therapeutic Bond.” Encyclopedia of psychology. September 2, 2026. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/professional-client-sexual-relations/.

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