Coaching Disclaimer & Terms & Conditions.

The Coaching Disclaimer and Terms and Conditions outlined below define the relationship between Coach and Client and underpin any services delivered by the Coach. Please make sure you read the following carefully. If you have any questions or queries then please feel free to contact me on anthony@als-solutions.co.uk

COACHING DISCLAIMER

I understand that the coaching services I will receive are not a substitute for professional mental health or medical care, and do not include diagnosis, treatment, or therapy. I understand that my Coach is not acting in a clinical, therapeutic, or medical capacity.

I understand that Coaching is not currently subject to statutory regulation in the UK. However, the Coach adheres to the Global Code of Ethics and the standards of the Association for Coaching.

I understand and agree that I am fully responsible for my wellbeing during my coaching sessions, including any subsequent choices and decisions.

I understand that coaching is not a substitute for counselling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care or substance abuse treatment, and I will not use it in place of any form of therapy.

I understand that all comments and ideas offered by my Coach are solely for the purpose of aiding me in achieving the defined goals I create with my Coach. I have the ability to give my informed consent and hereby give such consent to my coach to assist me in achieving such goals and understand that results are not guaranteed.

I understand that to the extent our work together involves career or business, my Coach is not promising outcomes included but not limited to increased clientele, profitability and or business success. The Client remains solely responsible for the decisions and actions they take during and following coaching sessions. No outcome is guaranteed.

I understand that my Coach will protect my information as confidential unless I state otherwise in writing. If I report child, elder abuse or neglect or threaten to harm myself or someone else, I understand that necessary actions will be taken and my confidentiality agreement is limited in this capacity. Furthermore, if my Coach is ordered by a court to provide information or to testify, they will do so to the extent the law requires.

I understand that the use of technology is not always secure and I accept the risks of confidentiality in the use of email, text, phone, Doxy and other technology.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. DESCRIPTION

Coaching is a partnership (defined as an alliance, not a legal business partnership) between the Coach and the Client in a thought provoking and creative process that inspires the client to maximise personal and professional potential.

Coaching is a collaborative conversation that aims to help you, the coachee, gain clarity and insights. It is focused purely on your agenda. Coaching helps you discover the right way to progress, and by asking questions, helps you to find the right answers and take actions. Coaching is supportive and non-judgmental. You enter into coaching with the understanding that you are responsible for creating your own results.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES

The Coach agrees to maintain the Code of Ethics and standards of behaviour set out by the Association for Coaching

1. The Client is responsible for creating and implementing his/her own physical, mental and emotional well-being, decisions, choices, actions and results. As such, the Client agrees that the Coach is not and will not be liable for any actions or inaction, or for any direct or indirect result of any services provided by the Coach. Client understands coaching is not therapy and does not substitute for therapy if needed, and does not prevent, cure, or treat any mental disorder or medical disease.

2. The Client understands that coaching is not to be used as a substitute for professional advice by legal, mental, medical or other qualified professionals and will seek independent professional guidance for such matters. If Client is currently under the care of a mental health professional, Coach will recommend that Client inform the mental health care provider and the client may need to have a referral letter from their health care provider.

3. The Client agrees to communicate honestly, be open to feedback and assistance and create the time and energy to participate fully in the program

4. The Coach reserves the right to refuse or terminate services if the Client’s needs fall outside the scope of coaching or if the relationship is no longer considered professionally appropriate

3. SERVICES

The coaching schedule will be arranged between the Coach and the Client and can be booked up to 3 months in advance. The Coach will recommend the frequency of coaching sessions based on a professional assessment of the client’s requirements. This recommendation, or plan, is not binding and may be altered and adjusted throughout the coaching journey by mutual agreement, in accordance with the terms set out in this agreement. Sessions will be conducted remotely via Doxy or another secure video platform unless otherwise agreed.

The Coach will be available to the Client by e-mail and voicemail in between scheduled meetings as defined by the Coach. The Coach will aim to respond to any queries or emails between sessions within a reasonable timeframe but cannot guarantee immediate responses. The Coach may also be available for additional time, per Client’s request on a prorated basis as defined by the Coach (for example, reviewing documents, reading or writing reports, engaging in other client related services outside of coaching hours).

The Coach may agree to provide additional coaching sessions after completion of the initial agreed session(s). These terms and conditions will apply to any additional sessions so provided and the Per Session Fee will remain the same as originally agreed except where the Coach notifies the client in writing by letter or e-mail of a change to the Fee or to any other term or condition in accordance with the section in these terms and conditions headed “Variation of Terms and Conditions”.

Where any client is unhappy with any of the terms and conditions they can contact the Coach to discuss any concerns and see if they can be resolved before the first coaching session. Participation by any individual in the first coaching session constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.

4. SCHEDULE AND FEES

The schedule (including number and frequency of sessions) and the fees due for the Clients coaching sessions will be agreed at the start of coaching between the Coach and the Client, and confirmed by the Coach by email or written correspondence. Where no specific number is agreed sessions will be provided on a session by session basis.

The date that the first coaching session takes place shall be deemed to be the start date for the service.

In return for the fees payable by the Client (or by a third party on their behalf), the Coach agrees to provide the service as described in this agreement and in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in this agreement. The client agrees to pay fees for the service on the terms and conditions set out in this agreement (in situations where a third party pays the fees, the third party counts as an agent acting on behalf of the client).

5. PROCEDURE

The time of the coaching meetings and/or location will be determined by Coach and Client based on a mutually agreed upon time. The Client will initiate all scheduled sessions by joining the web meeting. If the Coach will be at any other number for a scheduled call, the Client will be notified prior to the scheduled appointment time.

6. BETWEEN SESSIONS

The Coach may assign the Client tasks or exercises to complete between coaching sessions. There is no obligation on the client to complete these items of ‘homework’, but not doing so may slow the client’s progress in gaining improved quality of life or achieving desired business or personal outcomes.

The Client may contact the Coach by e-mail between sessions to seek clarification regarding anything arising from a coaching session or for administrative purposes (e.g. where a client needs to rearrange a coaching session or make a payment). Additional coaching or support work can also be provided between sessions but there will be an additional charge. The Coach will always advise a client in advance if the nature of a client’s contact is likely to incur an additional charge and no such charges will be imposed without the Client’s agreement.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

This coaching relationship, as well as all information (documented or verbal) that the Client shares with the Coach as part of this relationship, is bound to confidentiality by the Association for Coaching’s Code of Ethics, but is not considered a legally confidential relationship (like in Medicine or Law). The Coach agrees not to disclose any information pertaining to the Client without the Client’s written consent, except in circumstances where disclosure is required by law, including under the Children Act 1989, the Terrorism Act 2000, or where there is a safeguarding concern involving risk of harm to the Client or others.

According to the ethics of our profession, topics may be anonymously and hypothetically shared with other coaching professionals for training, supervision, mentoring, evaluation, and further coach professional development and/or consultation purposes.

7. CANCELLATION AND LATENESS POLICY

The Client agrees to provide at least 72 hours’ notice if they are unable to attend a scheduled session. If less than 72 hours’ notice is given or the Client fails to attend, the full session fee may be charged. The Coach reserves the right to offer rescheduling or refunds at their sole discretion

8. PAYMENT TERMS

Fees can be paid online by bank transfer or in cash. Where receipts are requested by the client, they will be sent by e-mail unless otherwise requested.

Fees are payable in advance at the time of booking and only on receipt of payment in full is a booking confirmed unless otherwise agreed. Where payment has not been received by the Coach in advance of a coaching session the Coach is not obliged to provide the session.

Where payment is required on receipt of invoice rather than in advance, a charge may be levied for late payment.

9. REFUNDS

There are no refunds available on single sessions if cancelled within 72 hours of the session.

There are no refunds available on package bookings if cancelled within 72 hours of the first session or at any other time thereafter for the duration of the package. If you wish to make a change to a package booking after the first session has occurred, then you are entitled to credit for the amount outstanding in the package. Any session in credit will be valid for 6 months from the date of issue.

All refund or credit decisions are made at the sole discretion of the Coach

10. TERMINATION

Either the Client or the Coach may terminate this agreement at any time with written notice. The Coach also reserves the right to terminate this agreement immediately in cases of misconduct, breach of agreement, or if the coaching relationship is no longer deemed appropriate

11. VARIATION OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Where an Initial Number of Sessions is agreed, any changes to these terms and conditions intended to take effect prior to the conclusion of those Initial Number of Sessions will only have effect if agreed by both the Coach and the Client and confirmed by the Coach in writing by email or letter.

In other cases, the Coach may change any of these terms or conditions including the Per Session Fee by giving the client one week’s notice in writing by letter or e-mail of the change(s). If following receipt of such notification of change, the client no longer wishes to proceed with further coaching sessions, they may withdraw from the service immediately by giving notice in writing by email or letter and they will then be entitled to a full refund of any fees paid in advance for coaching sessions not yet provided. Such notice will be effective on receipt by the Coach.

12. GOVERNING LAW

This contract is governed by the law of England whose courts have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to any dispute, disagreement, proceedings or legal claim of any nature relating to the service provided or the contract.

13. LIMITED LIABILITY

Except as expressly provided in this agreement, the Coach makes no guarantees or warranties, express or implied. In no event will the Coach be liable to the Client for consequential or special damages. The Coach’s total liability under this agreement shall be limited to the amount paid by the Client for coaching services rendered prior to termination. The Coach shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

This is the entire agreement of the parties and reflects a complete understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter. This agreement supersedes all prior written and oral representations.

14. IN-PERSON SESSIONS & PREMISES LIABILITY (INCLUDING PETS)

If any coaching session takes place at the Coach’s private residence or any premises arranged by the Coach, the Client acknowledges and agrees as follows:

Voluntary Assumption of Risk - The Client enters the premises voluntarily and entirely at their own risk, including any areas inside or outside the property.
Exclusion of Liability - To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Coach shall not be held liable for any loss, injury (including personal injury), illness, damage, or accident incurred while on the premises, regardless of cause. This includes, but is not limited to, incidents involving pets, steps, flooring, furniture, fixtures, or other domestic hazards.
Pet Disclaimer - The Client acknowledges that a domestic pet (dog) is present on the premises. The Client agrees that they are entering the premises aware of the presence of a dog, they do not have any medical or psychological conditions (e.g. allergies, phobias) that would make such an environment unsafe or unsuitable. The Coach accepts no liability for any injury, reaction, or distress caused by the presence or behaviour of the pet.
Behaviour and Responsibility - The Client agrees to behave respectfully, responsibly, and safely while on the premises, and is solely responsible for their own actions, belongings, and personal safety.
Coach’s Right to Refuse Access - The Coach reserves the right to refuse entry or to terminate any in person session immediately if the Client’s behaviour is deemed inappropriate, unsafe, or if there is any risk to the Coach, the pet, or property.