The purpose of this study was to examine ethical dilemmas school counselors in secondary schools encountered and the ways they coped with the dilemmas. Focus group and individual interview methods were conducted to collect data from fifty-five secondary school counselors Grounded Theory was used to quide the analysis. Results are as follows: 1. School counselors have the basic knowledge of ethics, and acknowledged difficulties when applying professional ethics in school situations. 2. Ethical dilemmas were triggered around the following issues: confidentiality, role identification, dual relationships, client welfare, informed consent, and reporting . The of the dilemma triggers related to the unique school context. 3. School counselors strive to give consideration to both ethical code and the practice situations. Coping strategies include: establish positive interpersonal relationships, value client welfare, deliberate on personal rights, underscore roles and responsibilities, take into account and balance multiple demands, and adjust strategies according to the unique client needs. 4. It is necessary to establish a professional code of ethics for school counselors.