The Ethics of Touch Description

In this groundbreaking work on ethics Ben Benjamin and Cherie Sohnen-Moe directly address the difficult, confusing and seldom-discussed-but-often-troubling dilemmas confronting touch therapy practitioners. By honestly describing the issues, identifying clear principles, naming specific resources and using stories straight from the treatment room, they have written a book to guide, support and inspire both students and seasoned practitioners. Reflective exercises and questions allow the reader to personalize each chapter. With love and respect for the field and for clients everywhere, Dr. Benjamin and Ms. Sohnen-Moe articulate high expectations and outline practical steps to meet them. This book belongs in the office of every somatic practitioner and in the classrooms of every professional training school.

The Ethics of Touch has sold 35,000 copies, is recommended by more than 750 healing arts associations and schools. Over 300 schools require it as a text.

The Ethics of Touch has been five years in the making. It is a collaborative endeavor of many knowledgeable, caring and articulate professionals. Most massage therapists, bodyworkers, chiropractors, acupuncturists, physical therapists, and other somatic practitioners do not receive adequate ethics training in school. This book supports hands-on professionals in expanding their knowledge about the field of ethics, to better manage boundaries, and to run ethical practices.