Terms & Conditions
Policies for Booking, Payments, Confidentiality, & Website Use

1️⃣ General Information

By accessing this website and engaging in therapy services, you agree to the following terms and conditions. These policies ensure clear expectations, privacy protection, and ethical therapy practices.

🚨 Disclaimer: Therapy is not a substitute for emergency care. If you are experiencing a crisis, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

2️⃣ Therapy Services & Booking Policies

✔ Confidentiality & Privacy:
All therapy sessions are private and protected under HIPAA confidentiality laws. Exceptions apply only when legally required (harm to self/others, abuse/neglect, court orders).

✔ Booking & Scheduling:

  • Sessions are booked through the online scheduling system or by direct contact.

  • Availability is limited; clients are encouraged to book in advance.

✔ Cancellations & No-Show Policy:

  • Appointments must be canceled at least 48 hours in advance to avoid fees.

  • No-shows or late cancellations are subject to the full session fee.

3️⃣ Payment Policies

✔ Private Pay Only (No Insurance Accepted)

  • Payment is due at the time of service.

  • Clients may request a superbill for potential insurance reimbursement.

✔ Accepted Payment Methods:

  • Credit/Debit Cards

  • HSA/FSA Cards

  • Electronic Bank Transfers

4️⃣ Therapy Disclaimer & Limitations

✔ Not a Crisis or Emergency Service:

  • This practice does not provide 24/7 crisis intervention.

  • If you are in immediate distress, contact 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.

✔ No Guarantee of Results:

  • Therapy is a collaborative process, and results vary by individual.

  • Client commitment to the process greatly influences therapy outcomes.

✔ Scope of Practice:

  • Therapy services are offered to clients residing in TX, CA, ME, VT, FL, SC, and WA (licensed states).

  • Coaching services may be available for clients outside these states but do not replace therapy.

5️⃣ Website Use & Legal Policies

✔ Intellectual Property:

  • All website content (text, graphics, and materials) is protected by copyright.

  • Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited.

✔ User Responsibilities:

  • Users must be 18+ years old to engage in therapy services w/o guardian..

  • Website use must comply with ethical, legal, and professional standards.

✔ External Links Disclaimer:

  • This website may contain links to third-party resources for informational purposes.

  • Strong Self Psychotherapy is not responsible for the accuracy or privacy policies of external sites.

6️⃣ Changes to Terms & Contact Information

✔ Policy Updates:
These Terms & Conditions may be updated periodically. Continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

✔ Contact for Questions:
📧 Adrienne@strongselfpsychotherapy.com
📞 512-216-4726

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