MindShift Mentors – Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming
Introduction
At MindShift Mentors, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct in the fields of Clinical Hypnosis, Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming, and Psychological Coaching. This Code of Ethics serves as a guiding framework for practitioners, ensuring all MindShift Mentors services are delivered with integrity, professionalism, and respect for client well-being. Upholding ethical practice fosters trust and confidence, creating a safe and effective environment for personal growth and transformation.
The purpose of this Code is to define clear ethical principles that govern the conduct of all MindShift Mentors practitioners, coaches, and affiliate partners. It establishes professional responsibilities, safeguards client rights, and emphasizes continuous professional development. As practitioners of Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming, we recognize our duty to act in the best interests of clients while preserving the credibility of the profession.
This Code of Ethics applies to all therapists practicing under the MindShift Mentors brand. Practitioners are expected to adhere to these ethical standards in all professional interactions. By upholding these principles, we ensure the highest level of care for clients and maintain excellence across all services provided.
Purpose and Scope
This Code of Ethics applies to all practitioners, coaches, and affiliates of MindShift Mentors – Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming. It sets ethical guidelines for conducting therapy and coaching sessions, emphasizing professionalism, competence, and client welfare.
Fundamental Principles
The ethical principles outlined here form the foundation of best practice in Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming. Practitioners must operate within a framework that prioritizes client well-being, professional integrity, and ethical decision-making. These principles guide sound professional judgment and uphold the credibility and effectiveness of Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming.
Core Principles
Beneficence and Non-Maleficence
Practitioners work toward the good of clients and commit to doing no harm. All sessions must support client growth, psychological safety, and long-term well-being.
Fidelity
Trust is central to effective practice. Practitioners must act with honesty, responsibility, and professionalism, maintaining confidentiality and ethical boundaries at all times.
Autonomy
Clients have the right to make informed decisions about their therapeutic process. Practitioners must respect client autonomy and provide clear, accurate information to support empowered choice.
Justice
Practitioners must act fairly and without bias, ensuring equal and respectful treatment regardless of race, gender, sexuality, belief, social background, or ability.
Integrity and Self-Responsibility
Practitioners are expected to act transparently, remain accountable, and practice within their competence. Maintaining personal well-being is essential to delivering ethical and effective care.
Fitness to Practice
Practitioners must be mentally and physically fit to practice Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming. Any condition that may impair professional judgment must be disclosed to the Ethics Committee. Where appropriate, practitioners should seek support or temporarily suspend practice to protect client welfare.
Offering a Service
All practitioners undertake to:
Provide services only within areas of appropriate training and competence
Ensure sessions occur in a suitable, private, and professional environment
Discuss realistic expectations and limitations of the service
Clearly explain confidentiality and any legal limits to disclosure
Respect client autonomy to begin, pause, or end therapy
Hold valid professional indemnity insurance
Obtain appropriate background checks when working with minors or vulnerable adults
Fully disclose fees, payment terms, and cancellation policies in advance
Establish clear written agreements without limiting statutory rights
Ensure all advertising complies with consumer and advertising regulations
Avoid misleading professional titles or exaggerated claims
Inform clients of this Code of Ethics and how to access it
Provide information on independent mediation and complaints procedures
Transparency, honesty, and informed consent are essential. No false or exaggerated claims regarding outcomes may be made.
Delivery of Service
Sessions must be conducted professionally, safely, and confidentially. Practitioners must not work under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any altered state. Services should always promote psychological well-being and personal development.
Advertising, Credentials, and Professional Titles
All practitioners undertake to:
Ensure all advertising is truthful, accurate, and verifiable
Comply with advertising standards and regulatory requirements
Display only valid, relevant qualifications
Avoid advertising pending accreditations
Ensure academic titles are not confused with medical qualifications
Avoid misleading testimonials or outcome claims
Advertising must always be clear, ethical, and not misleading.
Confidentiality, Records, and Recording
All practitioners undertake to:
Preserve confidentiality except where legally required
Securely store physical and digital records in compliance with data protection laws
Maintain accurate and comprehensive case notes
Obtain written consent before recording sessions
Inform clients of any recording equipment in use
Anonymize case material used for training or supervision unless explicit consent is given
Client privacy must be protected at all times.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
All practitioners undertake to:
Maintain and develop professional competence
Engage in relevant CPD activities
Stay informed of developments in Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming
Participate in appropriate supervision
Use CPD to enhance ethical and effective client care
Treatment of Minors and Vulnerable Individuals
All practitioners undertake to:
Ensure appropriate supervision and presence of guardians when required
Use direct communication for urgent matters
Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately
Obtain specialized training for working with vulnerable clients
Maintain detailed and secure records
Seek supervision relevant to the client group
Additional safeguards must always be applied.
General Conduct
Practitioners must:
Act professionally at all times
Cooperate fully with complaints procedures
Respect other healthcare professionals
Avoid public criticism unless public safety is at risk
Maintain professional communication standards
Discrimination, harassment, or unethical conduct is strictly prohibited.
Research Ethics
All research must:
Be voluntary and ethically approved
Obtain informed consent
Protect confidentiality and participant welfare
Allow withdrawal at any stage
Avoid deception and unnecessary risk
Participant well-being must always take priority.
Training Ethics
All training providers must:
Deliver training to accepted professional standards
Clearly state accreditation outcomes
Avoid misleading claims
Respect intellectual property
Educate students on ethical practice and professional registration
Non-Registered Practitioners
Non-registered practitioners affiliated with MindShift Mentors must adhere fully to this Code. Breaches may result in termination of affiliation.
Disciplinary Actions
Ethical breaches will be reviewed impartially by the MindShift Mentors Ethics Committee. Sanctions may include warnings, suspension, or permanent removal.
Amendments
This Code is subject to review and revision. Practitioners are responsible for remaining informed of updates.
Use of Special Titles in Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming
Titles such as “Dr.”, “Reverend”, or “Professor” must be used ethically and without misrepresentation.
Use of “Dr.”
Permitted only for:
Licensed medical practitioners
Holders of accredited doctorate-level degrees
It must not imply medical qualification unless applicable.
Use of “Reverend”
Permitted only in clearly defined religious or spiritual contexts.
Use of “Professor”
Permitted only when holding a recognized academic chair relevant to practice.
Misrepresentation by relevance, quality, or implication is unethical.
Advertising Guidance for Titles
Short-form ads must clarify “non-medical doctor” if applicable
Long-form ads must clearly state degree relevance
Clients must be verbally informed during consultations
Prohibited Practices
Conversion therapy
Claims to cure medical conditions
Exploitation of client vulnerability
Professional Conduct and Social Media
Practitioners must:
Maintain professional online boundaries
Protect confidentiality
Avoid therapy via unsecured or public platforms
Remote Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming
Practitioners must:
Assess client suitability
Ensure private environments
Use secure platforms
Maintain emergency protocols
Hold insurance covering remote services
Date: 1st Febraury 2026
