Martin has been Joanna's counselor for five years and has developed a strong attraction to her. He believes the attraction is mutual and decides to pursue a sexually intimate relationship with her. Martin is disregarding all of the following EXCEPT
A) all of the ethics codes of the professional organizations prohibit sexual relationships between client and therapist.
B) he would not be convicted of a felony.
C) his actions would likely result in exploiting and harming Joanna.
D) he could have his license revoked.

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Sexual relationships between a therapist and a client are prohibited by professional ethics codes due to the potential for exploitation and harm, and engaging in such behavior could indeed lead to license revocation. However, the statement does not address the legal aspect of conviction for a felony, which varies by jurisdiction and specific circumstances.

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