Which item must be included in an SPS 7 participation agreement?

• A. Free therapy
• B. Salary reduction
• C. Random drug screening
• D. Jury duty exemption

Answer: (A)

Personal therapy for the supervisee is included in SPS 7 participation agreements to support ongoing self-awareness and ethical practice. Having a plan for the counselor’s own mental health care helps prevent impairment that could affect client care, address issues like burnout or countertransference, and promote better treatment outcomes for clients. Requiring access to therapy, often arranged through the program or at no cost, reduces financial barriers and ensures the supervisee can obtain help when needed.

Other items like a random drug screening, salary changes, or a jury duty exemption aren’t standard components of a participation agreement. The emphasis in this context is on the supervisee’s personal well-being and readiness to provide safe, effective services.