HCC Ethics, Professionalism, & Boundaries 2

Question 1

A holistic coach discovers their client is also seeing another coach for the same goals. What is the most ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Encourage the client to disclose this to both coaches and explore whether dual coaching serves their needs

Answer

Respecting client autonomy while discussing potential overlaps and encouraging transparency supports ethical practice.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'scope of practice' in holistic coaching?

Accepted Answer

The range of issues and methods a coach is qualified and credentialed to address

Answer

Scope of practice defines the boundaries of competence based on training, certification, and ethical guidelines.

Question 3

A coach realizes they have romantic feelings for a client. What should they do first?

Accepted Answer

Seek supervision or consultation and consider referring the client

Answer

Seeking supervision protects both parties and helps the coach assess whether referral is necessary to maintain ethical boundaries.

Question 4

When a holistic coach uses social media to promote their practice, which ethical principle is most important to uphold?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining client confidentiality and avoiding identifying information

Answer

Confidentiality extends to all digital platforms, and coaches must never share identifiable client information publicly.

Question 5

A client asks their holistic coach to write a letter supporting a legal claim. What is the ethical course of action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to an attorney and decline to write the letter

Answer

Writing legal support letters is outside a holistic coach's scope of practice; referral to appropriate professionals is required.

(HCC) Holistic Coaching Certification Practice Test