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Ethical Standards & Scope of Practice

1. Professional Ethical Commitment

 

Dr Vargas Solutions Ltd is committed to delivering consulting, coaching, training, and applied research services in accordance with recognised international ethical guidelines.

Our work is grounded in integrity, professionalism, respect, confidentiality, and evidence-informed practice.

 

We align our approach with the following professional frameworks:

 

  • International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics

  • British Psychological Society (BPS) ethical principles (non-clinical context)

  • UK and EU professional standards for consulting and training

  • Applicable academic and research integrity standards

 

These principles ensure responsible, transparent, and high-quality service delivery.

 

 

2. Scope of Practice

 

Our services include:

 

  • Consulting and advisory work

  • Coaching for individuals and organisations

  • Training and workshops

  • Applied research and analytical support

 

All services are non-clinical.

We do not provide psychotherapy, counselling, medical treatment, crisis intervention, or any form of regulated healthcare service.

 

Clients requiring clinical or therapeutic support will be referred to qualified healthcare professionals.

 

 

3. Professional Boundaries

 

To maintain ethical and professional standards, we:

 

  • Operate within our qualifications, experience, and expertise

  • Provide clear information regarding the nature and limits of our services

  • Avoid dual relationships that may create conflicts of interest

  • Maintain appropriate boundaries in coaching and consulting relationships

 

We ensure that all interactions remain professional, respectful, and aligned with the intended purpose of the engagement.

 

 

4. Confidentiality

 

All information shared by clients is treated as strictly confidential unless:

 

  • Required by law

  • Necessary to prevent harm to the client or others

  • Explicit written consent is provided

 

Confidentiality procedures follow our Privacy Policy and data protection regulations (UK GDPR, EU GDPR, LGPD, BDSG, TTDSG).

 

 

5. Client Responsibility and Participation

 

Clients acknowledge that:

 

  • Coaching and consulting involve active participation

  • Decision-making and outcomes remain the responsibility of the client

  • Results may vary depending on individual engagement, organisational context, and external factors

 

We provide guidance and evidence-informed support, but do not guarantee specific outcomes.

 

 

6. Integrity in Research and Analysis

 

For applied research engagements, we commit to:

 

  • Ensuring transparency in methodology and data handling

  • Avoiding manipulation or misrepresentation of findings

  • Using research processes appropriate to the scope and context

  • Following academic and professional integrity principles

 

We maintain objectivity and evidence-based reasoning throughout all analytical work.

 

 

7. Transparency and Communication

 

We are committed to:

 

  • Clear communication of service expectations

  • Honest and accurate representation of qualifications and capabilities

  • Providing clients with the information needed to make informed decisions

  • Promptly addressing questions or concerns related to professional standards

 

 

8. Continuous Professional Development

 

We actively invest in ongoing learning to ensure that our expertise remains current and aligned with advancements in:

 

  • Engineering and human factors

  • Applied psychology

  • Innovation and organisational development

  • Coaching science and leadership research

 

This ongoing development enhances the quality and relevance of our services.

 

 

9. Reporting Ethical Concerns

 

Clients may raise questions or concerns about ethical conduct at any time.

 

Contact:

info@drvargassolutions.com

 

All concerns will be addressed confidentially and professionally.

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