About us
The International Association ICATC is a non-profit civil association, governed by its current bylaws, with a presence in several countries.
We are an independent network of professionals inspired by Catholic values, acting in accordance with the values of the Christian tradition.
Our aim is to help find accredited professionals who are referenced and grounded in Christian values.
What does it mean to be a professional with Catholic values?
A professional with Catholic values is, above all, a well-trained and formally qualified professional who carries out their work within a strictly professional framework, respecting the ethical and deontological code of their discipline.
In their practice, they fully respect the dignity, freedom, and values of the person they accompany, without imposing personal opinions, religious beliefs, or moral judgments, and always ensuring a space of listening, respect, and autonomy.
Their Catholic values do not determine the professional intervention; rather, they inwardly shape their understanding of the human person, personal dignity, and the meaning of life and happiness, and are expressed through an attitude of service, responsibility, honesty, and care for others.
Our Principles
Each of our associated professionals is committed to respecting and following our principles:
First Principle
We accept each person as they are, without judgement.
YES
We follow a total respect and commitment policy for the person and their ethical, religious and moral convictions. We will only include aspects of faith in our work if it is the client's wish.
NO
We are not an association that only offers service to Catholic or religious clients, our service is open to everyone.
We encourage our clients to improve their mental health and well-being whilst balancing familial, social and professional responsibilities.
YES
Our aim is to help our clients to flourish and find fullfilment within their current environment (family, work and friends) unless the situation is damaging.
NO
We do not encourage an overly individualistic and egocentric approach, which risks cutting people off from their surroundings and the reality around them.
Second principle
Third Principle
We are committed to being professional, authentic and honest.
YES
We seek to be authentic.
In some cases, if the client's goals go against our principles, we may offer to redirect them, as we may not be the best person to help them.
We are open with our clients about what we can and cannot offer.
NO
We will never try to manipulate our clients, benefit third parties or ourselves, or push an agenda.
We aim to embody Christian values.
YES
We are aware of the realities of the world and we view suffering with both compassion and hope.
We promote gratitude, patience, charity, resilience and joy in an authentic, practical and integrated way.
We support and encourage the unique talents and potential of each person.
NO
We do not engage in false positivity and hypocrisy.
We will not take advantage of vulnerability. We avoid unconstructive criticism and prideful superiority in general.
Fourth Principle
Fifth Principle
We maintain confidentiality in our sessions, adhering to the respective recommendations and regulations of each profession and country.
YES
We guarantee the confidentiality of our clients' information and processes unless there is a legal disclosure requirement, in which case we will address the issue with the client right away.
Any notes taken during a session are kept secure in a locked cabinet.
NO
We do not disclose any information relating to a client unless we have the client's express permission.
We integrate the Christian faith, if the client wishes.
YES
We offer the option of integrating Catholic spirituality into our work. This creates the possibility of looking at some situations from the perspective of faith as well as other potential perspectives.
NO
Although we believe that some aspects of faith can illuminate other aspects of life, we never impose our beliefs, nor will we try to direct someone's spiritual life.
Sixth Principle
The person, family and work as a priority
Our mission
To accompany those seeking personal growth, healing and fulfilment:
We provide a directory of accredited professionals that we know can help constructively and effectively.
Our purpose
To help the world to follow the light that was lit 2,000 years ago and that has done so much good for our humanity.
We want you to have the peace of mind knowing that our people will give their best so that you can reach your goals.
The International Association ICATC is a non-profit civil association, governed by its current bylaws.