I Maintain Honesty & Integrity in My Practice-I disclose compensation or commissions from third parties. If I am paid by other networks, affiliates or other promotional partners, I am upfront about the fact that I receive referral fees or commission fees when advertising or marketing other products or programs.

Use of Information –I keep accurate accounting of all client records. I do not sell any information to third parties or misuse email addresses or other contact information beyond what my clients/subscribers have agreed to.

Insurance – As a practicing coach and wellness professional, I maintain Professional Liability Insurance.

I Respect My Clients Privacy-I keep all client information confidential. I do not speak about client concerns with others. I maintain privacy with my client notes, records, email and communications.

In the event that information must be disclosed, I will do so only to prevent harm or in accordance with the law.

I Make My Client’s Safety and Wellbeing a Priority- My goal is to support my client’s well-being. All actions and decisions I make regarding my client is with their best interest in mind. If at any point in my client care I recognize that my client may be putting their own safety or the safety of others at risk, I will refer them to a mental health professional or emergency room. In extreme circumstances, I agree to notify the appropriate authorities if the client or others are in danger.

I Am Upfront about My Fees-I am upfront about my fees for my services. I do not create any hidden fees or charges that would be unexpected to my client. Any updates to my fees will be with advance notice to current clients and not billed without their full agreement. I maintain a professional relationship with my clients. I respect my client’s boundaries and create my own personal boundaries as needed.

When a coaching relationship is not going well for either party, I terminate the relationship with appropriate notice.

I See Myself As a Guide for Others-I recognize that in the role of a coach, my own actions, behavior and opinions may influence others and I take the utmost care in not using my role as a coach to influence others in a negative way. I see myself as a guide rather than someone who imposes their ideas or opinions on another person. I support my clients to make their own decisions.

I Care for My Own Personal Well-Being-As a certified Menopause Coach, I take full accountability for my own personal life, including challenges and problems. I do not allow my personal problems to become part of my coaching relationship. I recognize the difference between sharing a personal story that may be useful versus divulging personal problems that should be saved for relationships outside of my coaching role. In taking accountability for my own personal well-being, I seek the care of other professionals so that I can stay healthy and balanced as I support others. In the event that I find I can not deliver my normal level of client care due to a personal problem, I will inform my client about any absence or change of schedule and make arrangements for any interruption of my services.

I Practice Non-Judgement-While I have my own beliefs and values, I do not force these upon my client. I respect the rights of all others, including my clients and potential clients and colleagues.

My clients may hold opinions or values that are distinct from mine or come from different backgrounds, races or religions. I do not allow my difference of opinion or differing background to influence my client care or coaching relationship.

I Build Trust-I recognize that my client may share information about their personal life, challenges and goals with me that they may have never shared with anyone else. I listen and work to gain my client’s rapport before making recommendations or assessments. I remain positive when my client feels doubtful or frustrated. I hold my client accountable and capable of achieving their goals and desires.

I create a safe space for my clients. I am responsible with my time and my client’s time.

I Remain a Student of Life-I am a student of life. I know that as a coach I must be able to personally learn from life, and my own challenges or experiences, in order to understand and be able to better help my clients. I work to “practice what I preach” and live the healthiest life that I can. I am open to continuing to grow and am willing to learn about myself and others in my role as a Wellness (Menopause) Coach.