Code of Ethics - Client Conduct

As a Client of a Professional Cuddler, I:

• Agree to respect all boundaries set by the Professional Cuddler. 

• Understand the platonic nature of the service.

• Understand that this is a professional relationship and will treat it as such.

• Agree not to pursue sexual arousal, or sexual interaction with my cuddler within or outside of sessions.

• Communicate personal boundaries and what I find comfortable throughout each session.

• Agree to disclose to my cuddler any diagnoses or conditions which may affect the session.

• Disclose any use of substances that would affect my ability to give consent during a session.  

• Practice respectful personal hygiene.

• I will communicate my safety needs to my practitioner 

• Authentically Participate in the opening discussion with my practitioner to set expectations together.

As a Professional Cuddler, I:

• Acknowledge the inherent worth and individuality of clients by not discriminating solely on the basis of gender, religion, nationality, race, disability, sexual preference, sexual orientation, body size, and age (above the age of consent).

• Make verbal and written statements that are true and accurate about what I offer as a cuddler, and about the cuddling profession.

• Accurately identify my qualifications, expertise, experience, training, certifications, and credentials.

• Acknowledge the confidential nature of the client relationship and respect each client’s right to privacy within the constraints of the law.

• Maintain, store, and dispose of any records related to cuddling in a way that respects confidentiality, security, and privacy.

• Obey and uphold relevant laws in my business.

• Use sound business practices.

Code of Ethics for Professional Cuddling - Best Practice

Conduct with Clients

As a Professional Cuddler, I:

• Before sessions I will make clear to the client any fees that I will charge for my service. I will ensure that all interpersonal transactions between the client and myself are non-exploitative and directly relevant to their care.

• I will refrain from selling any product or other service to the client immediately before and after, or during cuddle sessions.  Best practice is to wait until both parties are beyond their oxytocin high (three days) before talking about possible other service transactions or offerings other than cuddling.

• Ensure that clients understand the platonic nature of the service before working with them.

• Agree not to pursue sexual arousal, or sexual interaction with my client within or outside of sessions.

• If you would like to develop a sexual or personal relationship with a client, all professional cuddling interaction must stop. Best practice is to maintain a set period (3 months) of no contact before beginning a personal relationship with a former client.

• Model the communication of personal boundaries and what I find comfortable throughout each session.

• Refrain from any use of any substance that would prevent me from being fully present and mindful during a session.

• Make the physical and mental well-being of each client a primary consideration in all decisions and interactions.

• Practice respectful personal hygiene.

• Disclose any illness or condition that may be contagious before interacting with clients in person.

• Interact with clients within the limits of my competence. To the best of my ability, recognize when clients require care that is beyond my capability to provide, and attempt to refer clients to appropriate health care professionals when necessary.

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