The Ethics of Touch The Hands-on Practitioner's Guide to Creating a Professional, Safe and Enduring Practice

by Sohnen-Moe, Cherie M.; Benjamin, Ben E.

• ISBN13: 9781882908400
• ISBN10: 1882908406
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-06-30
• Publisher: Sohnen-Moe Associates

Summary

This groundbreaking work on ethics addresses the difficult, confusing, and seldom-discussed but often-troubling dilemmas confronting touch therapy practitioners. By honestly describing the issues, identifying clear principles, naming specific resources, and using stories straight from the treatment room, the authors have written a book to guide, support, and inspire both students and seasoned practitioners. This book belongs in the office of every bodywork practitioner and in the classrooms of every professional training school. Features include useful and thought-provoking activities and exercises and real-life scenarios to intrigue students.

Author Biography

Cherie Sohnen-Moe is the president of Sohnen-Moe Associates, Inc. Her company publishes business and practice management books in addition to distributing professional development products created by others.

Table of Contents

Ethical principles	p. 1
Boundaries	p. 25
Dynamics of effective communication	p. 55
Dual relationships	p. 85
Sex, touch and intimacy	p. 103
Ethical practice management	p. 143
Business ethics	p. 181
Special considerations in cases of trauma	p. 215
Supervision	p. 241
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