If a Mental Health Professional becomes emotionally involved with their client, they need to process it with their supervisors and or seek professional consultation:

It is generally recommended and often required for mental health professionals to seek supervision or consultation when they become emotionally involved with their clients or patients. Supervision is a structured and confidential process where a more experienced professional provides guidance, support, and feedback to the mental health professional. Processing emotions and discussing challenging cases with a supervisor can help the mental health professional gain insights, manage countertransference (the therapist’s emotional reactions to the client), and ensure that their own emotions do not interfere with the therapeutic process.

Supervision serves as a form of self-care for mental health professionals, helping them maintain objectivity and professionalism in their work. It is also a valuable opportunity for ongoing professional development and learning. Additionally, in many ethical guidelines and professional codes of conduct, there is an emphasis on the importance of supervision and consultation to maintain the quality of mental health services and ensure the well-being of both clients and practitioners.

Shervan K Shahhian