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"But That's Not What I Want": The Ethics of Self-Determination and Cultivating Medical Autonomy, Ep. 173

Diane Bigler, LCSW, takes a deep dive into how to approach ethical considerations regarding client self-determination around medical care. What rights does a patient/client have? What if their provider disagrees with their choice? What if WE, as a therapist, disagree? In this interview, Diane breaks down the complexity of medical decision-making and the importance of supporting client/patient autonomy using helpful case examples and her own lived experience. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.

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"But That's Not What I Want": The Ethics of Self-Determination and Cultivating Medical Autonomy Diane Bigler, LCSW