What a joyful day it is, and celebration is due.
It is with great joy and also great humbleness that we can announce that The Soap- South Africa received international acknowledgement, accreditation and approval for alternative therapies we offer, such as Aroma Therapy, Advanced Reiki and advanced Crystal Therapy. We also have received a Golden Membership with the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH).
As an International Recognized Therapist I am bound to the following Code of Ethics, and all Practitioners are asked to sign the IAOTH Code of Ethics as part of their commitment to the highest professional standards.
As a practitioner, I undertake to:
1. Conduct myself at all times in accord with my professional status and in such a way as neither undermines public confidence in my profession, nor brings it into disrepute, being aware of professional and personal boundaries.
2. Maintain strict confidentiality within the client/therapist relationship, always provided that such confidentiality is neither inconsistent with the therapist’s own safety or the safety of the client, the client’s family members or other members of the public.
3. Ensure that client notes and records be kept secure and confidential and that the use of computer records conforms with the terms of the Data Protection Act
4. Ensure that all advertising, no matter in what form or medium it is placed, represents a truthful, honest and accurate picture of myself, my skill-base, qualifications and facilities and that any claims for the successful outcome of treatments (in whatever format) shall be based upon verifiable, fully documented evidence.
3. Ensure that all advertising shall comply with the Code of Advertising standards in my country.
4. NO therapist from any country may suggest or claim that they can or have cured cancer.
5. Display only valid qualifications and certificates issued in respect of relevant training courses and events or certificates of registration, validation or accreditation as issued or awarded by relevant professional bodies.
6. Remain aware of my own limitations and wherever appropriate, be prepared to refer a client to another practitioner or medical adviser who might be expected to offer suitable treatment.
7. Ensure that wherever a client is seeking assistance for the relief of physical symptoms, that unless having already done so, the client is advised to consult a registered medical practitioner. 8. Practitioners should not attempt to diagnose physical symptoms unless they have undergone relevant medical training in diagnostics.
I am glad that we have been accepted by IAOTH and we are ready to serve. We know that this will also give customer assurance for international accredited therapy when making appointments for alternative therapies we have to offer, and we welcome you as a valued client.