Code of Ethics
Effective Date: January 9, 2026
Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy (ISHA)
ISHA offers educational programs that teach the art of healing presence and the use of prayer, hands-on energetic healing, and anointing with therapeutic essential oils within a healing practice. Our programs are grounded in heart-centered service. To this end, ISHA students and practitioners commit to the following Code of Ethics.
1) Respect, Dignity, and Non-Discrimination
ISHA practitioners treat every person with dignity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, nationality, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, creed, socioeconomic status, health condition, or social/cultural situation. The client’s humanness is respected at all times. Each person is regarded as whole and holy.
2) Client Autonomy and Informed Participation
Clients have the right to make their own choices regarding care. Practitioners:
- Explain what will be done, how, and why—in language appropriate to the client’s understanding, needs, and context.
- Obtain informed consent and honor a client’s right to pause, decline, or stop at any time.
- Base interventions on the practitioner’s training and scope, and on assessment/evaluation findings consistent with ISHA teachings.
3) Scope of Practice and Professional Integrity
Practitioners practice within the scope of their education, training, and background, and meet all legal and professional obligations required by that background. Practitioners do not diagnose, prescribe, or present ISHA practices as a substitute for licensed medical care. Clients are encouraged to maintain appropriate medical and mental health support.
4) Safety and “Do No Harm”
Energy healing and/or essential oils are offered only for the benefit of the client and in accordance with the principle: do no harm. Practitioners use sound judgment and appropriate touch and apply therapies taught in ISHA programs responsibly, including appropriate safety considerations for essential oils.
5) Boundaries, Touch, and a Safe Environment
Practitioners provide a safe, clear-boundary environment.
- Touch is non-sexual, respectful, and appropriate to client needs and consent.
- Clients remain clothed except in licensed therapy contexts that require appropriate draping and professional standards.
- Practitioners wear appropriate clothing and maintain professional conduct at all times.
6) Confidentiality, Privacy, and Responsible Records
Confidentiality is respected at all times. Practitioners:
- Maintain client records/documentation appropriate to their background and consistent with ISHA guidelines.
- Store records securely to protect privacy and identity.
- Do not share client information beyond the care of the client unless written permission is obtained or disclosure is required by law (e.g., safety-related reporting obligations where applicable).
7) Special Care with Vulnerable Clients
Clients with limited ability to make independent judgments (including those who are very ill or have impaired decision-making capacity) are approached with appropriate care, safeguards, and consent procedures. When needed, practitioners involve appropriate support persons and professional resources consistent with legal and ethical standards.
8) Referral and Collaboration
Practitioners refer clients to appropriate health care professionals and community resources as needed and collaborate respectfully when it supports the client’s well-being.
9) Accountability, Supervision, and Ongoing Growth
Practitioners assume accountability for their actions and intentions and seek supervision, consultation, and continuing education as needed to maintain high standards of practice and ethical care.
10) Stewardship of ISHA and Public Clarity
ISHA practitioners:
- Participate in maintaining high Standards of Practice.
- Practice under this Code of Ethics.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and integrity of ISHA’s mission when possible.
- Represent ISHA to the public responsibly and accurately.
Information about ISHA programs, this Code of Ethics, and Standards of Practice is available to the public.
