Research suggests that nonsuicidal self-injurious behavior is an issue that many counselors are uncomfortable managing. Self-injury invites many risk-related issues, thus counselors can benefit from learning more about how to manage complicated self-injury related scenarios. This presentation will focus on important information that counselors need to know when working with those who self-injure. The presentation will focus on self-injury in clients/students in both school and mental health settings. An emphasis will be placed on risk-assessment, ethics, and legal considerations.