Professional, ethical service guaranteed

Professional Code Of Conduct (Public) All grades of members of the ACCPH commit to the ACCPH Code of Conduct and professional ethics outlined below.

1. I, Peter Carter, hereby agree fully to these rules and regulations of this code of conduct regarding my membership in ACCPH.

2. I shall always conduct my professional services with the highest propriety, adhering to the therapy standards expected by ACCPH.

3. I shall not infringe the ACCPH Code of Conduct or the professional ethics of my profession, and I will avoid any conduct that could reflect poorly on my morality or that of fellow practitioners or ACCPH.

4. I shall not profess to cure any conditions presented by my clients.

5. I will never use hypnotherapy or hypnosis as a means of entertainment (e.g., Stage Hypnosis).

6. I will never take advantage of or enter into a sexual relationship with a client.

7. I will keep my client’s affairs confidential, except as required by law.

8. I acknowledge that any client referred to me by a GP remains the responsibility of that GP, and I agree to keep the GP or other relevant agencies informed of their patient’s progress.

9. I shall never advise clients to discontinue any treatment prescribed by a GP or other Registered Medical Practitioner.

10. I shall at all times respect the integrity of other health care professionals.

11. I shall not claim qualifications or credentials I have not earned nor offer therapy or coaching in any modality for which I do not hold a qualification. I will not use designated letters to which I am not entitled.

12. I will not become or remain a member of any organization that has been found to be dangerous or fraudulent and may cause detriment to ACCPH.

13. I will notify ACCPH of any unspent convictions or restrictions that prevent me from working with children and vulnerable adults.

14. I declare that I am not suffering from any mental health issues that I have not disclosed to ACCPH. If I develop any mental health issues, I will not see any clients.

15. I accept the authority of the Disciplinary Committee regarding any breach of the ACCPH Code of Conduct and Ethics. I understand that the Disciplinary Committee can suspend or terminate my membership for any infringement of this Code.

16. I solemnly swear to abide by this Code of Conduct and Ethics.