Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: 4/30/2026
Last Updated: 4/30/2026
Welcome to The Kintsugi Practice (“Practice,” “I,” “my,” or “me”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://www.thekintsugipractice.com/ and any related pages, content, forms, or services offered through the website (the “Website”).
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
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1. Website Purpose
The Website is intended to provide general information about the Practice, therapy services, training and consultation services, clinician background, educational resources, and methods for contacting me or requesting appointments.
The Website is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical care, psychiatric treatment, diagnosis, or crisis services.
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2. No Therapist-Client Relationship
Use of the Website, reading content, sending an inquiry, submitting a contact form, emailing me, or scheduling a consultation does not create a therapist-client relationship.
A therapist-client relationship begins only after:
completion of required intake procedures
review of informed consent documents
confirmation of fit and availability
mutual agreement to begin services
I reserve the right to decline services or referrals when clinically appropriate, outside scope, or unavailable.
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3. No Emergency or Crisis Use
The Website is not monitored for emergencies.
Do not use the Website, forms, or email for urgent mental health or medical concerns.
If you are experiencing an emergency:
Call 911
Go to the nearest emergency room
Call or text 988 (U.S. Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
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4. Informational Content Disclaimer
All content on the Website is provided for general educational and informational purposes only.
Content may discuss topics such as anxiety, trauma, relationships, stress, wellness, and therapy approaches. Such content is not individualized advice and should not be relied upon as a diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
Always seek qualified professional guidance for your specific situation.
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5. Eligibility
By using the Website, you represent that you are at least 18 years old, or using the Website with legal guardian involvement where permitted; that the information you provide is truthful and accurate; and that you will use the Website lawfully and respectfully.
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6. Privacy
Your use of the Website is also governed by my Privacy Policy. If you become a client, your health information may also be governed by my Notice of Privacy Practices and applicable confidentiality laws.
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7. Communications & Forms
If you contact me through the Website, response times are not guaranteed and submissions may not be secure unless specifically stated. However, even when communicating through more secure means, no system can guarantee 100% security. Avoid sending highly sensitive or urgent information. Submitting a request does not guarantee services or appointment availability.
I may contact you using the information you provide for scheduling or administrative purposes.
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8. Appointments, Consultations, & Services
Any consultation request, scheduling inquiry, or intake request is subject to availability, licensure limitations, geographic restrictions, and clinical appropriateness. I may cancel, reschedule, or decline requests as reasonably necessary.
Specific therapy fees, cancellation policies, Good Faith Estimates, telehealth terms, and consent forms are provided separately to clients.
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9. Intellectual Property
All Website content, including text, branding, logos, graphics, design, downloadable materials, and original resources, is owned by or licensed to The Kintsugi Practice and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not:
copy or republish content for commercial use
scrape or harvest Website data
reproduce branding or logos without permission
modify or create derivative works from Website materials
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10. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
use the Website unlawfully
attempt unauthorized access to systems
transmit malware or harmful code
interfere with Website operation
impersonate another person
spam forms or communication channels
I may restrict access for misuse.
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11. Third-Party Links & Tools
The Website may contain links to third-party platforms or tools such as scheduling systems, client portals, telehealth providers, maps, or educational resources.
I am not responsible for third-party content, availability, or privacy practices. Use of third-party services is subject to their own terms.
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12. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I disclaim warranties of any kind, express or implied, including:
uninterrupted availability
accuracy or completeness of content
fitness for a particular purpose
freedom from viruses or technical errors
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13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Kintsugi Practice shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from use of or inability to use the Website.
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Website is to stop using it.
Nothing in these Terms limits rights that cannot be legally waived.
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14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Kintsugi Practice from claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your misuse of the Website or violation of these Terms.
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15. California / Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Venue for disputes, where permitted, shall be in the appropriate courts located in California.
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16. Accessibility
I aim to make the Website reasonably accessible. If you experience difficulty accessing content, please contact me and I will make reasonable efforts to assist.
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17. Changes to Terms
I may update these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
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18. Contact Information
The Kintsugi Practice
https://www.thekintsugipractice.com/
info@thekintsugipractice.com
(424) 248-5515