(a) Personal needs. In the counseling relationship, counselors:

1. (1) Are aware of the intimacy and responsibilities inherent in the counseling relationship;
2. (2) Maintain respect for clients; and
3. (3) Avoid actions that seek to meet their personal needs at the expense of clients.

(b) Personal values.

1. (1) Counselors are aware of their own values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors and how these apply in a diverse society, and avoid imposing their values on clients.
2. (2) See 17 CAR § 390-305(a).