1. Social/Ecological Concern:
Members recognize their intrinsic involvement in the total community
of life on the planet Earth. Members recognize the sacredness
and relatedness of all living beings.
2. Professional Conduct:
ITTA members conduct themselves in a professional and ethical
manner, they perform only those services for which they are qualified
and represent their education, certification, professional affiliations
and other qualifications honestly. ITTA Members also agree to
honestly represent their level of recognition according to ITTA
guidelines in all advertising media, websites, etc. They do not
in any way profess to practice medicine or psychotherapy, unless
licensed by their state or country to do so.
3. Health History and Referrals:
ITTA members keep accurate client records, including profiles
of the bodymind health history. They discuss any problem areas
that may contraindicate the use of Oriental Bodywork techniques,
and refer their clients to appropriate medical or psychological
professionals when indicated
4. Professional Appearance:
ITTA members pay close attention to cleanliness and professional
appearance of self and clothing, of linens and equipment, and
the office/ contact environment in general. They endeavor to provide
a relaxing atmosphere, giving attention to reasonable scheduling
and clarity about fees.
5. Communication and Confidentiality:
ITTA members maintain clear and honest communications with their
clients, and keep all client information, whether medical or personal
strictly confidential. They clearly disclose techniques used,
appropriately identifying each in the scope of their professional
practice.
6. Intention and Trust:
ITTA members are encouraged to establish and to maintain trust
in the client relationship and to establish clear objectives,
boundaries within a safe atmosphere.
7. Respect of Clients:
ITTA members respect the client's physical ,emotional state, and
do not abuse clients through inappropriate actions or speach,
nor take advantage of the therapeutic relationship. They in no
way participate in sex activity with a client. They consider the
client's comfort zone for touch and for degree of pressure, and
honor the clients requests as much as possible within personal,
professional and ethical limits. They acknowledge the inherent
worth and individuality of each person and therefore do not unjustly
discriminate against clients or colleagues.
8. Professional Integrity:
ITTA members present Oriental Bodywork in a professional and compassionate
manner, representing themselves, their lineage and their practice
accurately and ethically. They do not give fraudulent information,
nor misrepresent ITTA or themselves to students or clients, nor
act in a manner derogatory to the nature and positive intention
of ITTA. They conduct their business honestly bringing a good
reputation to all the schools. Practitioner members do not give
out certificates for which they are not qualified nor give certificates
to unqualified persons. Only Certified Instructors or above may
give or issue certifications according to their level of recognition.
9. Professional Courtesy:
ITTA members respect the standards set by the various ITTA modalities,
and they respect Servicemark Trademark and Copyright Laws. Professional
courtesy includes respecting all ethical professionals in speech,
writing or otherwise, and communicating clearly with others. They
do not take clients from other practitioners.
10. Professional Excellence:
ITTA members strive for professional excellence through regular
assessment of personal and professional strengths and weaknesses,
and by continued education diligent study and training.
Members agree to the above 10 standards of our Code of Ethics as a precondition to their being granted recognition and member status. Any infringement or violation of this ethical code is grounds for immediate suspension and or revocation of member status and all priviledges without notice.