Code of Ethics

Do No Harm 

• First and foremost, my commitment within the realm of Applied Bioenergetic Medicine is to Do No Harm. I will take all steps necessary to create a thorough understanding of my client’s health history in order to determine appropriate session or intervention. 

• I will provide services within the scope of practice for which I have been trained and only when there is a logical expectation that the service(s) will be beneficial to the client. 

• I will acknowledge any contraindications and limitations and refer clients to other health-care professionals when indicated.

 

High-Quality Care

• I will always serve the best interests of my clients and provide the highest quality of bioenergetic service possible. 

• I recognize that the obligation for building and maintaining an effective, healthy, and safe therapeutic relationship with my clients is my responsibility.

 

Integrity and Honest Representation of Qualifications

• I recognize that while the field of Applied Bioenergetic Medicine is vast, the most critical aspect for the safety of my client is energetic integrity. 

• I commit to always maintaining energetic integrity while working with clients both locally and non-locally and any other framework within my scope of practice.  

• I will adhere to my state or local jurisdiction’s scope of practice guidelines (when applicable). I will only provide treatments and techniques for which I am fully trained and hold appropriate credentials or recognition. 

• I will carefully evaluate the needs of each client and refer the client to another provider if the client requires work beyond my capabilities.

• I will not use the trademarks and symbols associated with a particular system or group without authentic affiliation. 

• I will acknowledge the limitations of my practice by refraining from exaggerating the benefits of Applied Bioenergetic Medicine and related services throughout my marketing.

 

Uphold the Inherent Worth of All Individuals

• I will demonstrate compassion and respect for others. I will seek to decrease discrimination, misunderstandings, and prejudice. 

Respect Client Dignity and Basic Rights

• I will demonstrate my respect for the dignity and rights of all individuals by providing a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for sessions. 

• I commit to giving clients recourse in the event of dissatisfaction with treatment, and upholding the integrity of the therapeutic relationship.

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Informed Consent

• I will recognize a client’s right to determine what happens to their body. I understand that a client may suffer emotional and physical harm if a therapist fails to listen to the client and imposes their own priorities in a session. 

• I will fully inform my clients of choices related to their care and will disclose policies and limitations that may affect their care. I will not provide intervention without obtaining a client’s informed consent (or that of the guardian or advocate for the client) to the session plan. 

• I will respect the client’s right to decline, modify, or stop a session regardless of any prior consent they’ve given.

 

Confidentiality

• I will keep client communication and information confidential and will not share client information without the client’s written consent, or unless it is medically necessary or required by law. 

• I will ensure every effort is made to respect a client’s right to privacy and provide an environment where personal health-related details cannot be overheard or seen by others.

 

Personal and Professional Boundaries

• I commit to always maintaining personal and professional boundaries during client session. This commitment includes ensuring energetic boundaries are guided by integrity, compassion, and safety. 

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Honesty in Business

• I will know and follow good business practices with regard to record keeping, regulation compliance, and tax law. I will set fair fees and practice honesty throughout my marketing materials. 

 

Professionalism

• I will maintain clear and honest communication with clients and colleagues. I will project a professional image with respect to my behavior and personal appearance in keeping with the highest professional standards.