Statement of Ethical Practice

The Pillar commits to transforming the mental health of young people within the parameters of our ethical framework. The following principles are those that underpin our ethical working practices:

Autonomy: respecting an individual’s right to choose

This principle opposes the use of coercion of individuals against their will and respects the right for individuals to self-govern in accordance with their own beliefs and values.

Beneficence: a commitment to promote wellbeing

This principle requires us to seek to educate, equip and empower others towards improved wellbeing. Where an individual accessing our services has diminished capacity due to mental or emotional distress, this principle requires that we act in the best interest of the individual to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

Non-Maleficence: a commitment to avoid harm

This principle opposes any form of exploitation and promotes harm mitigation, challenging incompetence of malpractice and investigating concerns where practice falls below reasonable competence. 

Justice: respecting an individual’s right to dignity and just treatment

This principle means working to ensure a fair provision of services which are accessible and appropriate to the needs of the individual. 

Self-Respect: a commitment to one’s own development, worth and well-being

This principle guides our commitment to our own individual, ongoing personal and professional development.

All of The Pillar team have the right to be treated with consideration, dignity and respect. The Pillar will not tolerate any abuse, whether verbal, emotional or otherwise, from anyone using our service or from members of the public and we reserve the right to refer young people on to more appropriate support avenues in such situations.