Amethyst Rose Massage LLC

8821 North 7th Street, Suite 305, Studio 1, Phoenix, Arizona 85020, United States

Listening hands that will unwind your body

Code of Ethics

Commitment to High-Quality Care

I will serve the best interests of my clients at all times and provide the highest quality of bodywork and service possible to those that seek my professional services. I recognize that the obligation for building and maintaining an effective, healthy, and safe therapeutic relationship with my clients is my responsibility.

Commitment to Do No Harm

I will conduct a thorough health history intake process for each client and evaluate the health history to rule out contraindications or determine appropriate session adaptations. I will provide services within the scope of practice for massage therapists and bodywork professionals only when there is a logical expectation that the service(s) will be beneficial to the client. I will acknowledge the contraindications and limitations of massage therapy and bodywork and refer clients to other healthcare professionals when indicated.

Commitment to Honest Representation of Qualifications

I will not work outside the commonly accepted scope of practice for massage therapists and bodywork professionals. 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. I will carefully evaluate the needs of each client and refer the client to another provider if the client requires work beyond my capabilities, or beyond the capacity of massage therapy and bodywork. I will not use the trademarks and symbols associated with a particular system or group without authentic affiliation. I will acknowledge the limitations of massage therapy and bodywork by refraining from exaggerating the benefits of massage therapy and related services throughout my marketing.

Commitment to Uphold the Inherent Worth of All Individuals

I will demonstrate compassion and respect for others whether client or other healthcare professionals. I will seek to decrease discrimination, misunderstandings, and prejudice. I will not refuse service to any client based on age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, physical build, or sexual orientation, personal beliefs; religious, national, or political affiliation; or social or economic status.

Commitment to 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, using appropriate and skilled draping procedures, giving clients recourse in the event of dissatisfaction with treatment, and upholding the integrity of the therapeutic relationship. I will always hold space for clients.

Commitment to 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 bodywork professional 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 massage therapy or bodywork 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 the massage/bodywork session regardless of any prior consent they’ve given.

Commitment to Confidentiality (HIPAA)

I will keep client communication and information confidential and will not share client information without the client’s written consent, unless it is medically necessary, required by law/court order, or necessary for the protection of the public. 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.

Commitment to Personal and Professional Boundaries

I will refrain from and prevent behaviors that may be considered sexual in my massage therapy and bodywork practice and uphold the highest professional standards in order to desexualize massage therapy and bodywork. I will not allow any level of sexual impropriety (behavior or language) from clients or myself, whether consensual or otherwise. I understand that sexual impropriety may lead to sexual harassment charges, the loss of my massage therapy and bodywork credentials, lawsuits for personal damages, criminal charges, fines, attorney’s fees, court costs, and jail time.

Commitment to 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. I will be open and honest about any and all fees associated with my services prior to the start of any treatment. I will not accept gifts, compensation, or other benefits intended to influence a decision related to a client.

Commitment to Professionalism

I will maintain clear and honest communication with clients and colleagues. I will not use recreational drugs or alcohol before or during massage therapy and bodywork sessions. I will project a professional image with respect to my behavior and personal appearance in keeping with the highest standards of the massage therapy and bodywork profession. I will not actively seek to take someone else’s clients, or disrespect a client, colleague, or other allied professional. I will actively strive to positively promote the massage therapy and bodywork profession. I will commit to self-development and continually building my professional skills by taking continuing education classes throughout my career.