You are a substance abuse counselor as such you are a mandated child abuse reporter in NYS. You are conducting a group therapy session where a client tearfully confesses he hits his 8 yr old son every time he drinks. He further states he only hits him when he is intoxicated. He appears remorseful and contrite about these actions. What steps, if any, do you take after the group?

You are a substance abuse counselor as such you are a mandated child abuse reporter in NYS. You are conducting a group therapy session where a client tearfully confesses he hits his 8 yr old son every time he drinks. He further states he only hits him when he is intoxicated. He appears remorseful and contrite about these actions. What steps, if any, do you take after the group?