1. Respect and dignity

• I treat every client with dignity, respect and care, regardless of background, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, body shape, or beliefs.
• I do not discriminate, harass, shame or exploit anyone. I do not tolerate it in sessions I lead.
• I stay mindful of power dynamics between a practitioner and a client and I do not misuse them.

2. Scope of practice

• I am an embodiment coach. I am not a doctor, psychologist or psychotherapist, and I do not diagnose, treat or cure medical or psychological conditions.
• I work only within my training, which I describe accurately on my website: Certification in Embodiment Coaching (Mark Walsh), Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification (The Embody Lab), trainings with Peter Levine, and Mindfulness Approach to Group Leadership (Massimo Gusmano), and my ongoing Compassionate Inquiry training.
• When a situation is beyond my competence, I say so and refer you to an appropriate professional. I do not hold on to clients who need other support.

3. Informed consent

• Before we begin, I explain what to expect, how I work, what I charge, and the limits of coaching.
• I gain your consent before any physical contact, any recording, and any sharing of information about you.
• You can pause or end the work at any time.

4. Confidentiality
I keep what you share confidential and handle your data in line with data protection law and my Privacy & Data Protection Policy. The limited exceptions are a serious risk of harm and legal obligations, explained in that policy.

5. Boundaries

• I keep clear, professional boundaries. I do not enter into sexual or romantic relationships with clients, and I do not exploit clients financially, emotionally or in any other way.
• I avoid dual relationships that could compromise our work, and if one is unavoidable, I will discuss it openly.
• I do not accept gifts or favours that could affect my professional judgement, apart from small tokens of thanks.
• I do not work with you if I have a conflict of interest I cannot manage, and I tell you if I identify one.

6. Honesty and transparency

• I describe my services, qualifications and experience truthfully.
• I do not make misleading claims about outcomes. I do not promise cures or guaranteed results and I do not suggest that coaching can replace medical or psychological care. Examples on the site reflect possibilities, not guarantees.
• When I am practising a new technique or method, as in my volunteer sessions, I tell you.
• Testimonials and photos of clients are used only with explicit written permission, and I protect identities.

7. Safeguarding and safety
I take safety seriously and follow my Health & Safety Policy. I work with adults only. If I have reason to believe someone is at risk of harm, I will act to protect them, within the law. I follow the safeguarding and licensing rules that apply to my work in Italy.

8. Continuing development and self-care
I keep learning, through training, reading, supervision and peer practices and reflection, and I look after my own wellbeing so that I can be present and safe in my work. I do not work when I am unable to do so safely.

9. Insurance and legal compliance
I hold appropriate public liability insurance for my practice [XXXXX] and comply with the law in the country where I practise, including data protection, consumer, tax and health and safety requirements.

10. Raising a concern
If you believe I have not lived up to this code, please tell me. My Complaints Handling Policy explains what happens next. You may also contact IPHM.

[Updated 14.10.2026]

Your safety, physical and emotional, is the foundation of my work. This policy explains how I look after it in online and in-person sessions.

1. What embodiment coaching is, and what it is not
Embodiment coaching is a non-clinical, educational and supportive practice using body awareness, nervous-system understanding and, where you agree, simple gentle touch (non-aplicable in online sessions). It is not medicine, psychotherapy, or a treatment for any medical or psychological condition, and I do not diagnose, treat or cure anything. It does not replace care from a doctor, psychologist or psychotherapist. Please keep any medical or mental health treatment you already have.

2. Before we start
I ask you to share, in a short intake or in conversation, anything I should know to keep you safe. This may include current injuries or surgeries, medical conditions, pregnancy, medication that affects sensation or balance, and any mental health support you are receiving. You choose what to share. If you tell me about a condition where touch or movement could be harmful, I will adapt the session or ask you to check with your doctor first.

3. When coaching may not be suitable
I may suggest waiting, adapting the work or referring you to another professional if, for example, you are in an acute crisis, having thoughts of harming yourself or others, experiencing symptoms that need clinical care, in the early period after a major trauma or medical procedure, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the session. I will explain my reasons and help you find appropriate support. I may end a session if I believe it is unsafe to continue.

4. Consent, choice and touch

• Participation is always voluntary. You can say no, pause, change an exercise or stop at any time, without explaining.
• Gentle touch is optional and used only after I explain it and you agree. I ask each time, and consent can be withdrawn at any moment.
• Touch is limited to areas we agree on beforehand, such as hands, arms, shoulders, upper back, and never to intimate areas.
• Anything touch can offer can usually be done in other ways, such as verbal guidance, self-touch or props, and choosing these will not change our work together.
• I work in a trauma-informed way: I go slowly, offer choices, watch for signs of overwhelm and check in with you often.

5. Emergencies and crises
Online sessions. If I believe you are in immediate danger during a session, I may contact emergency services (112 in Italy and the EU) and your emergency contact.
In-person sessions. I will call 112 for any medical emergency and stay with you until help arrives.
I will tell you about any sensitive disclosures I need to make before I make them whenever it is safe to do so.

6. In-person sessions
I hold in-person sessions at Via Nino Bixio, Milan (Studio The Flow). The space is kept clean, tidy, well ventilated and at a comfortable temperature, free from hazards, with clear exits and access to a first aid kit. I wash my hands before and after sessions where touch is involved and use clean linens or mats. If you have mobility needs, tell me and I will adapt the space where I can. If either of us has an infectious illness, we will reschedule, and I will not charge a late-cancellation fee for illness-related changes made in good time.

7. Online sessions
For your safety and privacy during online sessions, please:

• join from a private, quiet place where you will not be interrupted;
• use a stable connection and a device you can comfortably position;
• make sure there is enough space to move, and nothing around you you could trip on;
• do not drive or do anything that needs your full attention during a session;
• let me know if your location changes during a session.

I use Zoom and keep it updated. I do not record sessions unless you have agreed in writing.

8. After sessions
Body-based work can bring up sensations or feelings afterwards, such as tiredness, emotions or increased awareness. This is common. If you feel unwell or distressed after a session, please contact me. If you need urgent medical or psychological help, contact your doctor or emergency services (112), or a local crisis line.

9. Group sessions
In groups, I set shared agreements about respect, consent, confidentiality and personal choice at the beginning. Anyone may sit out any exercise. Participants are asked not to share what others say outside the group.

10. My responsibilities as your practitioner

• I will work only within my training and scope, and refer you onward when something is beyond it.
• I keep my training up to date and look after my own wellbeing so that I can work safely and use supervision and peer support.
• I hold insurance for my practice: [XXXXXXX].
• If something goes wrong, I will look after you first, record what happened, and learn from it. If you have a concern, see my Complaints Handling Policy.

11. Your responsibilities
Please give honest information about anything that affects your safety, tell me if anything changes, look after your own wellbeing between sessions, and speak up when you want to change something or stop.