Code of Ethics

American Massage Therapy Association®

This Code of Ethics is a summary statement of the standards by which massage therapists agree to conduct their practices and is a declaration of the general principles of acceptable, ethical, professional behavior.

Massage therapists shall:

1. Demonstrate commitment to provide the highest quality massage therapy/bodywork to those who seek their professional service.
2. Acknowledge the inherent worth and individuality of each person by not discriminating or behaving in any prejudicial manner with clients and/or colleagues.
3. Demonstrate professional excellence through regular self-assessment of strengths, limitations, and effectiveness by continued education and training.
4. Acknowledge the confidential nature of the professional relationship with clients and respect each client's right to privacy.
5. Conduct all business and professional activities within their scope of practice, the law of the land, and project a professional image.
6. Refrain from engaging in any sexual conduct or sexual activities involving their clients.
7. Accept responsibility to do no harm to the physical, mental and emotional well-being of self, clients, and associates.

Client Policies and Procedures

24 hour cancellation policy

The time I have scheduled for you is reserved for you alone. I fully honor that time for you which means I may turn other clients away to honor my commitment to you. I ask that you also honor my time and provide at least 24 hours advance notice for any cancellations. The full fee will be charged for any no shows and any cancellations within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment time. However, I understand that emergency situations come up from time to time and exceptions will be made on a case by case basis.

Chronic no shows of more than 4 times in a 12 month period will no longer be scheduled.

Lateness

If you are late for your appointment and time permits, the massage will be provided for the remainder of your scheduled session and you will be charged the full price of the session. However, if I am not booked after you and time permits I may be able to provide the full length of the originally scheduled session. Exceptions may be made in emergency situations only and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Payment Options

I accept cash, check, MC, Visa and Discover. I can also process motor vehicle insurance and workman's compensation claims with a prescription from your doctor.

A $30 fee will be charged for all bounced checks.