I'm sorry you are choosing to pass on stating the principle your therapist is standing on. After all this yakety-yack, it might provide some closure to know just what it was that was at issue. I should have asked you to clarify that in the beginning. I know better that to discuss around things without ever getting to the point. It was unfortunate that we were distracted by this sideshow about differing expectations as to the sexual climate of the massage scenario. It would have been more useful to spend our time discussing freedom of conscience.
FWIW, on the side issue, I came upon the ethics statement of the American Massage Therapy Association.
American Massage Therapy Association®
Code of Ethics
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:
Demonstrate commitment to provide the highest quality massage therapy/bodywork to those who seek their professional service.
Acknowledge the inherent worth and individuality of each person by not discriminating or behaving in any prejudicial manner with clients and/or colleagues.
Demonstrate professional excellence through regular self-assessment of strengths, limitations, and effectiveness by continued education and training.
Acknowledge the confidential nature of the professional relationship with clients and respect each client's right to privacy.
Conduct all business and professional activities within their scope of practice, the law of the land, and project a professional image.
Refrain from engaging in any sexual conduct or sexual activities involving their clients.
Accept responsibility to do no harm to the physical, mental and emotional well-being of self, clients, and associates. |
