Etiquettes for a Dream Interpreter

He should show sincerity and submission to Allah to guide him to the correct interpretation.
He should listen carefully to the dream and understand all its details.
He should inquire about the dreamer’s background, and should have the wisdom and ability to distinguish between people’s status and condition so as to modify the interpretation accordingly.
He should deal only with dreams that have an apparent value as glad tidings, warnings, or guidance; and should avoid dealing with other dreams that appear to be mixed-up medleys.
He should realize the seriousness of dream interpretation, and that it is at the level of giving fatwa in matters of religion.
He should not rush to interpret a dream before having the chance to fully understand it and ponder over its possibilities.
He should have no hesitation to admit his limited knowledge and inability to interpret dreams that perplex him.
He should use the dream as a chance to advise the dreamer.
He should give the interpretation that he believes to be true, without trying to give a good interpretation for a bad dream.
He may withhold the interpretation of harmful dreams.
He should guard the dreamer’s secrets.
He should suppress any conceit about his skill — remembering that any correct interpretation is only by Allah’s guidance and favor.