Our Code of Ethics

Professional Ethics

Be aware of and practice according to the ethical codes of their own profession.
Be respectful of other practitioners and of the diversity of the training and therapeutic methods used by other practitioners
Not solicit the clients of other practitioners, nor accept payment for referrals
Recognize the limits of their own professional competence and refer clients on where this would be in the clients best interests
Ensure clients have a copy of the Gnadenfrei Privacy and Confidentiality code of practice
Monitor their own interpersonal effectiveness and continue to maintain and develop their professional competence
Have adequate professional indemnity insurance and renew it annually
Act in accordance with Gnadenfrei goals, policies and procedures and when necessary work to improve these through honest open conversation with the Director and management team.
Ensure the security of client files

Respect the inherent humanity, dignity and worth of all persons
Avoid any discrimination based on religion, ethnicity, culture, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or socio-economic group
See all clients referred to them by Gnadenfrei at the Centre unless prior arrangement is made with the Director.
Obtain the informed consent of their clients to the service being provided including the financial arrangements related to the provision of their services
Avoid the potential exploitation of clients and dual relationships, through the maintenance of clear professional boundaries
Ensure a high standard of occupational safety and hygiene is maintained
Represent their practice and the Gnadenfrei centre services in an honest, accurate way
Refer clients within Gnadenfrei whenever this is appropriate.