Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Board of Social Work
Chapter 897 - Practice of Social Workers
Rule 481-897.1 - Definitions

Universal Citation: IA Admin Code 481-897.1
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024

"Client" means the individual, couple, family, or group to whom a licensee provides direct social work services.

"Clinical services" means services provided by an LMSW or LISW that involve the professional application of social work theory and methods in diagnosing, assessing, treating, and preventing psychosocial disabilities or impairments, including emotional and mental disorders.

"Counseling" means a method used by licensees to assist clients in learning how to solve problems and make decisions about personal, health, social, educational, vocational, financial, and other interpersonal concerns.

"Psychosocial therapy" means a specialized, formal interaction between an LMSW or LISW and a client in which a therapeutic relationship is established and maintained to assist the client in overcoming or abating specific emotional, mental, or social problems and achieving specified goals for well-being. Psychosocial therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the interface between the client and the client's environment. Therapy is a planned, structured program based on a diagnosis and is directed to accomplish measurable goals and objectives specified in the client's individual treatment plan.

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