Code Of Ethics

A Reiki practitioner must consistently aim to do good, avoid harm, and maintain inner peace, harmony, and balance.

The primary focus of the Reiki practitioner should be the client’s health and well-being.
Clients are entitled to truthfulness, confidentiality, and respect for their human dignity.
Clients have the right to accept or decline any form of treatment.
A Reiki practitioner shall not discriminate against clients based on sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, or political beliefs. However, they may refuse a client for personal safety or other legitimate reasons that do not contravene the non-discrimination policy.
Practitioners must keep accurate, up-to-date, and confidential records of their interactions with clients. These records should be securely stored and only released with the client’s written consent.
It is against the Code of Ethics to deceive clients or alter the truth. Practitioners should use their judgment on how and when to share information with clients based on the situation.
Practitioners should never ask clients to undress or permit such actions.
With the client’s permission, practitioners may use light hand pressure for “hands-on” therapy.
Practitioners should not refuse or withdraw services without valid reasons, such as conflicts of interest or the client’s engagement in illegal or unethical actions, and/or other.
Practitioners should exemplify a healthy lifestyle.
Practitioners should dress professionally, maintain good personal hygiene, and present themselves in a manner conducive to holistic services.
Practitioners must conduct themselves professionally, avoiding any form of physical, sexual, psychological, or financial exploitation of clients, nor interfere in their personal affairs.
Practitioners should avoid excessive behaviors and actions that could lead to conflicts or community division.
Practitioners must respect legal, professional, and moral standards and avoid engaging in or supporting cyberbullying, backstabbing, harassment, human rights violations, or derogatory actions against others.
Practitioners should not join groups with harmful influences or falsely present personal interests as community interests.
Making false statements against the Canadian Reiki Association or other Reiki practitioners is a violation of the Code of Ethics.
Practitioners should avoid harmful actions, including theft, sexual misconduct, lying, swearing, cursing, gossiping, jealousy, and ill
intentions.
Practitioners should avoid condescending or offensive behavior, maintain politeness, and exhibit compassionate and calming conduct.
Practitioners must not conceal unethical or professional mistakes, nor support inaccurate diagnoses, interventions, or abuses. They should report unethical or dangerous practices. Practitioners must fully disclose any criminal judgments when promoting services of individuals with such backgrounds.
Practitioners should not harm the reputation of other practitioners to further personal agendas. They must protect the reputation and
dignity of all Reiki practitioners at all times.
A Reiki practitioner should recognize their skill limits and avoid handling issues beyond their training. They must not claim Reiki can
cure diseases, diagnose medical conditions, prescribe treatments, or advise clients to stop medications unless they are qualified to do
so. When necessary, practitioners should refer clients to another professional or organization suited to their needs.
Practitioners should not judge nor criticize traditional or other natural healing methods and their practitioners. If asked, they can
inform clients about the benefits of Reiki therapy.
Only certified doctors can diagnose medical conditions according to Canadian law. Therefore, Reiki practitioners should rely on medical diagnoses and information provided by the client.
Reiki practitioners should foster positive relationships among different healing arts. When requested by a client, they should collaborate with doctors, complementary therapists, or naturopaths.
Practitioners should not criticize or judge the abilities of other Reiki practitioners in front of clients or their relatives.
Practitioners should not elevate themselves above clients or students or claim to possess special powers. The focus should remain on teaching and therapy rather than personal ego.
Practitioners should not perform or teach Reiki if their ability to provide quality service is compromised, such as by intoxication, extreme stress, or diminished mental faculties. They should also never offer alcohol to clients.
Practitioners should continuously seek to improve their knowledge and skills. They should encourage the public to learn about Reiki and adopt a health-enhancing lifestyle.
Reiki teachers should not encourage unqualified individuals to practice Reiki and should not issue certificates to those whose skills or ethical conduct are in question.
Practitioners are responsible for reporting any Reiki practitioner who violates this Code of Ethics, to protect public interest and the professional reputation of Reiki practitioners.
By accepting certification from The Roots Therapies, practitioners agree that failure to comply with this Code of Ethics may result in disciplinary actions such as public notification of transgressions or legal action.
Practitioners acknowledge that not every ethical situation can be covered in a Code of Ethics and should adhere to the ethical standards of their region.
The Roots Therapies is not liable for any actions taken by Reiki practitioners.

For verification of a Reiki Master, or teacher’s standing with The Roots Therapies, contact info@therootstherapies.com . Practitioners who violate the Code of Ethics should not practice Reiki on others.

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