1. General Principles

• A psychotherapy organization and its employees are obligated to:

• Respect human dignity, autonomy, and rights;

• Act with the principles of professionalism, integrity, and responsibility;

• Ensure the well-being and safety of the patient.

 

2. Competence and professional responsibility

• Psychotherapy services are provided only by persons with appropriate education, qualifications and experience;

• A specialist works only within the scope of his/her competence;

• A professional is obliged to continue professional development (education, supervision).

 

3. Patient Well-Being

• The patient's best interests are always paramount;

• Harm, exploitation, or any form of violence is prohibited;

• The therapeutic relationship is based on trust and a safe environment.

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4. Informed Consent

• Psychotherapy begins on the basis of the patient's informed consent;

• The patient is provided with information about: the goals, methods, and duration of therapy; possible risks and alternatives; and the scope of confidentiality;

• The patient has the right to discontinue therapy at any time.

 

5. Confidentiality and protection of personal data

• Information about the patient is confidential;

• Disclosure of information is permissible only: with the patient's written consent;

• in cases specified by law;

• The organization ensures the protection of personal data.

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6. Professional Boundaries

• Dual relationships with the patient that harm the therapeutic process are not allowed;

• Emotional, financial or other exploitation of the patient is prohibited;

• The professional relationship is clearly separated from the personal relationship.

 

7. Non-discrimination

Psychotherapy services are provided to everyone, regardless of:

• gender, age, ethnicity;

• religious or political beliefs;

• sexual orientation or gender identity;

• social status.

 

8. Colleague Relations

• The organization promotes professional cooperation and mutual respect;

• Conflicts are resolved in accordance with ethical and professional standards;

• Unfair actions are subject to review.

 

9. Ethical Violations

• The organization establishes a procedure for reviewing ethical complaints;

• Ethical violations are reviewed impartially and confidentially;

• Disciplinary measures are taken if necessary.

 

10. Compliance with the Code of Ethics

• All employees and associated specialists are required to comply with this Code of Ethics;

• Violation of ethical rules may be grounds for termination of cooperation.

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This ethical guideline ensures the safety, professionalism, and protection of human rights in psychotherapy activities.