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Code of Ethics

Craniosacral Therapy

Below are the general principles of the Code of Ethics of the Craniosacral Therapy Association, to which I abide. The Code in full can be found at: https://docs.craniosacral.co.uk/1008

Holistic Coaching

Although coaching is not a regulated UK profession, I choose to work within the ethical framework of the Association of Coaching. Its general principles are below. The Code in full can be found at: https://shorturl.at/zVicz

  • We put the safety and well-being of our clients first.
  • Alongside our clients’ welfare, we foster our own development, well-being and self respect.
  • We listen to our clients and respect their views.
  • We are honest and straightforward in all our professional work.
  • We aim to develop and maintain trust between ourselves and our clients.
  • We give our clients the information they need, and ensure that as far as possible they understand what we are telling them and what we are doing.
  • We respect our clients’ right to choose as regards their treatment, both before the treatment and during it. We take time to explain what we are going to do and ensure that the client agrees.
  • We respect as confidential anything we learn from the client, whether verbally or through palpation.
  • We have an ongoing commitment to improve our professional knowledge and skills.
  • We practise within the limits of our knowledge and skills and do not seek to do anything that we are not competent or qualified to do. We seek to be aware of our own strengths and weaknesses.
  • We are careful not to abuse our professional position or to do anything that will bring our profession into disrepute.
  • We respect the skills of other health care professionals, whether in our own field or any other, and work in co-operation with them so far as possible.
  • We recognise the need to refer a client on to another practitioner when this is necessary.
  • We respond promptly and constructively to any criticism or complaint from whatever source and are careful not to ignore them.
  • We take care of our own health and recognise that this is our responsibility, both for our own sake and that of our clients. This includes having supervision where necessary.
  • As in a family, we hold ourselves responsible one for another. If we believe a colleague’s conduct, health or professional performance – or our own – may pose a threat to clients we will act carefully but promptly.
  • Transparency & Consent – We provide the Code of Ethics, explain contract terms (fees, logistics, confidentiality) and the complaints process before work begins.
  • Goal‑Oriented Planning – We clarify client and sponsor expectations, set realistic objectives, and design contracts of appropriate length that promote client independence.
  • Learning Environment – We conduct sessions in settings that support reflection and maximise achievement of agreed outcomes.
  • Balanced Interests – We prioritise client welfare while ensuring it does not harm sponsors, society or the environment.
  • Qualified Representation – We honestly disclose our qualifications, experience, memberships and accreditations.
  • Accurate Value Claims – We represent our services truthfully and attribute all external ideas or materials.
  • Conflict Disclosure – We promptly disclose any real or potential conflicts of interest and avoid dishonest, unlawful or discriminatory conduct.
  • Strict Confidentiality – We keep all client and sponsor information confidential unless law requires disclosure.
  • Pre‑Agreed Limits – We define in advance the circumstances (e.g. illegal activity, risk of harm) where confidentiality may be broken.
  • Secure Data Management – We store, transmit and dispose of records in line with applicable data‑protection laws.
  • Vulnerable Populations – For children or vulnerable adults we coordinate with guardians/sponsors to protect confidentiality while complying with safeguarding legislation.
  • Professional Boundaries – We maintain clear, culturally‑sensitive boundaries in all interactions and never engage in romantic or sexual relationships with current clients or sponsors.
  • No Exploitation – We do not use client data or the relationship for undue financial or personal gain without explicit consent.
  • Role Separation & Withdrawal – We keep professional relationships distinct from other ties; unmanageable conflicts are disclosed and we withdraw if necessary.
  • Termination & Continuity – Clients may end the engagement at any time; we prepare continuity plans, transfer records securely, and uphold confidentiality after termination.
  • Post‑Engagement Obligations – We honour any agreed‑upon follow‑up and never exploit former relationships.
  • Upholding the Profession – We act to enhance the profession’s reputation and use technology responsibly.
  • Inclusion & Diversity – We follow inclusion, diversity, social‑responsibility and climate‑change policies, actively mitigating bias (including AI‑related bias).
  • Continuous Development – We engage in ongoing training, supervision and reflective practice to maintain competence and ethical awareness.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Indemnity – We stay current with statutory requirements, safeguarding laws and organisational policies and maintain appropriate professional liability insurance where available.
  • Scope of Competence & Health – We work within our qualified limits, refer to more experienced colleagues when needed, and ensure we are physically and mentally fit to practice safely.
  • Supervision & Peer Support – We participate in regular supervision and peer consultation, especially for ethical dilemmas involving AI or technology.
  • Reflective Evaluation – We use systematic reflection, client feedback and continuous professional development to improve our practice.

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