Disclaimer for Individuals Using Our Services

 All Heal Your Life® members worldwide operate under a formal licensing agreement, ensuring the integrity, quality, and ethical standards of Louise Hay’s teachings are upheld. This licensing system is administered by the Master Trainers, Dr Patricia Crane, PhD, and Rick Nichols, through their business Heart Inspired Presentations LLC, which holds the exclusive master license with Hay House, Inc.

Key Details of the License

• Public Statement: All licensed members are required to publicly state:
  “Approved by Louise Hay and Authorised by Hay House, Inc.”
  This confirms their training, certification, and authorisation to use trademarked materials in workshops, coaching, and educational programs.
   
• Code of Ethics & Legal Use: Upon completion of training, all members sign a code of ethics and a legal license agreement, which governs the use of all Heal Your Life® trademarked and copyrighted materials.
   
• Use of Books & Materials for Professional Services: Licensed members are authorised to use Louise Hay books and content that are explicitly aligned with their Heal Your Life® certification, together with the official manuals, in their professional services. This includes workshops, coaching, and other income-generating activities, always in alignment with ethical and licensing guidelines.
   
• Annual Renewal: Licensing is renewed annually, ensuring members remain in good standing, aligned with ethical guidelines, and current with program updates.

• Global Directory: Licensed members' profiles can be found on our global Heal Your Life® directory, making it easy for students and clients worldwide to find professional members.
   
• Professional Standards: The licensing system maintains consistency across the global network, ensuring all members teach from the official curriculum, maintain high ethical standards, and provide a safe and professional learning environment.
   

Purpose of Licensing

The Heal Your Life® license ensures that:

• Only properly trained and certified members deliver the programs.
   
• Trademarked materials, certification-aligned books, and intellectual property are used responsibly.
   
• Ethical and professional standards are maintained globally.
   
• Students and clients have access to a trusted, verifiable community of certified members.

 At the School of Applied Metaphysics, we are committed to providing high-quality training in facilitation, coaching, teaching, and emotional support counselling/consulting. Below, we outline important legal considerations for those studying with us or who have completed our programs. 

1. Recognition & Legal Standing of Our Courses

• Our metaphysical wellness courses are designed to equip students with skills in coaching, facilitation, teaching, and emotional support counselling.
• While we are not an accrediting body,  we collaborate with advisors from recognised professional boards to ensure our materials align with best practices in competency development and ethical service. 
• Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion, which signifies that they have completed training in a specific methodology or approach.
• This certificate does not constitute a license or accreditation from a regulatory body.

2. Your Right to Practice Under South African Law: Freedom to Practice (Section 22 of the Constitution)

• The South African Constitution grants every citizen the right to choose their occupation or profession and to practice it freely, as long as they comply with applicable regulations.
• Our training prepares you to practice as a coach, facilitator, teacher, or mindful emotional support counsellor within the scope of a metaphysical practitioner, holistic wellness and personal development professional.

Regulated vs. Non-Regulated Professions

• Our graduates are not licensed psychologists, therapists, social workers, or medical professionals. (Unless they have completed these qualifications independently).
• Fields like psychology and counselling are regulated by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and require formal qualifications and registration.
• However, holistic emotional support counselling, life coaching, facilitation, and personal development work do not require licensing under South African law, meaning you can operate as an independent practitioner in these fields when you work within a legal scope.

3. Regulatory Bodies & Membership Options. While no governing body officially regulates metaphysics, coaching, facilitation, or emotional support counselling, professional membership organisations provide ethical guidance and community support. Examples in South Africa include

• COMENSA (Coaches and Mentors of South Africa)
• ASCHP (Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners)

We have designed our programs to align with best practices from these bodies. Graduates may choose to apply for membership with such organisations based on their qualifications, training hours, and business needs. Membership is a personal choice and not a requirement for practice in South Africa. Further, we are engaging with SAQA/QCTO to align with evolving frameworks for metaphysical practitioners, supportive counsellors, and life coaches in South Africa, ensuring our training remains practical, relevant, and impactful.
4. Scope of Practice & Ethical Considerations. As a graduate of our programs, depending on the course completed, you may:

✔ Offer personal development coaching, holistic emotional support, and teaching and facilitating personal development courses and workshops.

 ✔ Facilitate workshops, private sessions, and group programs on emotional intelligence, healing, and personal growth. 

✔ Support individuals in navigating emotions, mindset shifts, and self-awareness.

 ✔ Work independently, within organisations, or in community settings

.⚠ However, you may NOT:

❌ Diagnose or treat medical or psychological conditions. 

❌ Prescribe medication or provide clinical therapy. 

❌ Represent yourself as a psychologist, counsellor, or social worker unless you hold separate credentials in those fields. To maintain ethical integrity, all practitioners should provide a clear disclaimer stating that their services are educational and coaching-based, not medical or psychological interventions.
5. Legal Compliance & International ConsiderationsConsumer Protection & Ethical Clarity

• Under South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA), all service providers must clearly define their services to clients.
• We recommend including a disclaimer in your practice that outlines your qualifications, training, and scope of services.

Practicing Internationally

• Laws regarding coaching, facilitation, and holistic support vary by country.
• If you plan to work outside of South Africa, you are required to research local laws to ensure compliance with licensing and practice regulations.

1. Integrity and Responsibility

All trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must act with integrity, honesty, and responsibility in their teachings, interactions, and services, upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.

2. Do No Harm; Act with Awareness

Our work is guided by the principle of non-harm. Trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must ensure that their teachings and interactions promote self-awareness, personal growth, and empowerment without causing harm or distress.

3. Respect and Non-Discrimination

We honour the dignity, rights, and spiritual paths of all individuals. No person will be discriminated against based on race, gender, age, religion, culture, ability, or any other characteristic.

4. Transparency and Informed Participation

Trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must clearly communicate their qualifications, training, and the scope of their services. Participants must be fully informed about methodologies, objectives, fees, and expectations before engaging in training or services.

5. Confidentiality and Trust

All personal information shared during training or sessions must be treated with the utmost confidentiality, except where disclosure is required by law or when there is a risk of harm to self or others.

6. Professional Competence and Scope of Practice

Trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must operate within the scope of their training and expertise. They do not diagnose, prescribe, or offer medical or psychological treatment unless legally licensed to do so. Where necessary, referrals to appropriate professionals should be made.

7. Professional Boundaries and Ethical Conduct

Clear boundaries must be maintained in all professional interactions. Trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must not engage in any form of exploitation, manipulation, or misconduct, including financial, emotional, or sexual impropriety.

8. Professional Presentation and Learning Environment

A professional and respectful learning environment must be upheld in both physical and virtual spaces. Training materials, discussions, and interactions should reflect clarity, order, and ethical responsibility.

9. Legal and Ethical Compliance

All trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches must adhere to applicable laws, ethical guidelines, and industry best practices. Where relevant, professional liability coverage should be maintained.

10. Record-Keeping and Ethical Communication

Accurate and honest documentation of services, training records, and professional communications must be maintained while respecting privacy laws and confidentiality standards.

11. Lifelong Learning and Contribution

Trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches are encouraged to engage in ongoing learning and contribute positively to the fields of metaphysical education, emotional intelligence, and conscious living.

12. Teaching with Integrity

All training and services provided by the School of Applied Metaphysics (Pty) Ltd must be delivered with professionalism, insight, and respect for students' and participants' personal growth. Education should empower individuals to develop self-awareness and navigate life consciously.

13. Independent Service Providers

All trainers, mentors, facilitators, teachers, supportive counsellors, and life coaches associated with the School of Applied Metaphysics (Pty) Ltd are independent service providers. They are fully responsible for their actions, conduct, and reactions concerning the school, fellow colleagues, and clients across the globe. Each service provider is expected to maintain the highest ethical standards, respecting the integrity of their professional role and their relationships with clients, colleagues, and the school.

14. Complaints & Ethical Concerns

Raising a Concern

If a participant, student, or client experiences unethical conduct or has concerns about a trainer, mentor, facilitator, teacher, supportive counsellor, or life coach, they are encouraged to address the concern directly with the individual where appropriate. 

If a resolution is not possible, or if direct communication feels unsafe or inappropriate, the concern may be formally submitted to the School of Applied Metaphysics (Pty).

Complaint Submission Process

To submit a complaint, the following process applies:

1. Written Complaint – Submit a written statement outlining the nature of the complaint, details of the incident, date, and any supporting evidence.
2. Review & Response – The complaint will be reviewed confidentially. The person raising the concern may be contacted for further details if necessary.
3. Resolution Process – The matter will be assessed based on the Code of Ethics, and appropriate actions will be taken, which may include mediation, guidance, or further investigation.
4. Outcome Notification – The complainant will be informed of any decisions or actions taken as a result of the review.

Confidentiality & Fairness

All complaints will be handled with discretion, fairness, and confidentiality. No participant, student, or client will face retaliation for raising an ethical concern in good faith.

Final Decisions

The School of Applied Metaphysics (Pty) Ltd reserves the right to take appropriate actions, including further training, professional guidance, or, in serious cases, discontinuation of association with individuals who breach ethical standards.