Professional Competence: Practice only within the limits of your education, training, experience, and professional scope.

Informed Consent: Clearly explain the nature of services, fees, expectations, confidentiality policies, and the client-centered nature of hypnosis before beginning the work.

Confidentiality: Protect client privacy, records, notes, and session-related information according to professional standards and applicable law.

Scope of Practice: Understand what hypnotherapy is appropriate for, when referral is necessary, and how to avoid making diagnostic, medical, or mental health claims outside your scope.

Professional Boundaries: Maintain clear, respectful boundaries and never use a position of trust to exploit a client emotionally, sexually, financially, or professionally.

Referral Awareness: Recognize when a client’s needs require support from a licensed mental health provider, medical professional, or another qualified practitioner.

Complementary Care Principles: Understand that hypnotherapy may complement existing care, but does not replace conventional medical, mental health, or psychiatric treatment.