Animal Reiki Practitioners  Code of Ethics 

Reiki for Animals Code of Ethics
by Kathleen Prasad

Guiding Principles: 

I believe that animals are equal partners in the healing process.

I honor animals as being not only my clients, but also my teachers in the journey of healing.

I understand that all animals have physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects, to which Reiki can bring profound healing responses.

I believe that bringing Reiki to the human/animal relationship is transformational to the human view of the animal kingdom.

I dedicate myself to the virtues of humility, integrity, compassion and gratitude in my Reiki treatment of animals.

In working with animals, I follow these guidelines:

I work in partnership with the animal.I always ask permission of the animal before beginning, and respect his or her decision to accept or refuse any treatment.

I listen intuitively as well as observing the animal’s body language in determining the response.
I allow each animal to choose how to receive his or her treatment; thus each treatment could be a combination of hands-on, short distance and/or distant healing, depending on the animal’s preference.
I let go of my expectations about how the treatment should progress and/or how the animal should behave during the treatment, and simply trust Reiki.
I accept the results of the treatment without judgment and with gratitude toward Reiki and the animal’s openness and participation in the process.

In working with the human companions of animals, I will:

Share information before the treatment about my healing philosophy, the Reiki healing system and what to expect in a typical treatment, as well as possible outcomes, including the possibility of healing reactions.
Provide a clear policy ahead of time regarding fees, length of treatment and cancellation policy, as well as “postponement” policy, should the animal not want the treatment that day.
Never diagnose. I will always refer clients to a licensed veterinarian when appropriate.
Honor the privacy of the animals and their human companions.
Share intuition received during Reiki treatments, with compassion and humility, for the purpose of supporting their understanding of the healing process.
Respect the human companion’s right to choose the animal’s healing journey, selecting the methods, both holistic and/or conventional that he or she deems most appropriate, with the support and advice of a trusted veterinarian.

*This is an excerpt from the Animal Reiki Practitioner Code of Ethics developed by Kathleen Prasad, Copyright 2007 Animal Reiki Source.

 

As a Practitioner member of Reiki Australia, EBR also upholds the ethics and standards as required for all non-registered healthcare providers.

The Code of Ethics for Reiki Practitioners in Australia is a national guideline to set out the minimum standards for accountable practice for all members who are Reiki Practitioners with a public practice. It provides practical guidance on how to comply with the National Code of Conduct for Healthcare Workers.