Disclaimer.

Welcome to BalensTherapy.com (herein referred to as the “Website”), the official website of Balens Psychotherapy.

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions of this Disclaimer.

If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. No Medical or Therapeutic Advice

The content provided on this Website is for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this Website constitutes, or is intended to constitute, medical advice, psychological advice, psychiatric care, therapeutic intervention, or professional health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Any and all information, blog posts, resources, videos, or media found on this Website are not substitutes for professional medical or mental health advice. You should always seek the guidance of your physician, licensed therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical or psychological condition.

Do not disregard professional advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you have read on this Website.

If you are in crisis or require emergency support, please contact 911 or your local emergency services immediately. In Canada, you can call Talk Suicide Canada at 1-833-456-4566.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

Your use of this Website or contact with Balens Psychotherapy through email, social media, or contact forms does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A formal therapeutic relationship is only created after a proper intake process and a signed consent agreement between the client and therapist.

3. Representations and Warranties

All content on this Website is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. While we make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, timeliness, or availability of any information.

Balens Psychotherapy expressly disclaims any warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or results from the use of the content.

4. Limitations of Liability

Your use of the Website and any reliance on its content is entirely at your own risk. Balens Psychotherapy shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, injury, claim, liability, or other consequences resulting from the use of this Website or its content, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential.

Balens Psychotherapy assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the Website's content or for damages resulting from the use or misuse of the Website or its materials.

5. Crisis and Emergency Situations

This Website is not monitored 24/7 and is not intended for use during mental health emergencies. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent mental health care, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.

6. User Policy

This Website may include blogs, newsletters, or other user-submitted features. These are provided for educational and reflective purposes only. Any views expressed in user-submitted content do not represent Balens Psychotherapy or its affiliates.

This Website is not a secure or encrypted communication platform, and confidentiality cannot be guaranteed through electronic submissions (e.g., forms, emails) unless otherwise stated on encrypted referral forms. Please avoid sharing personal or sensitive health information via this Website.

Balens Psychotherapy reserves the right to suspend, remove, or restrict access to the Website or its features at any time without notice.

7. External Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. Balens Psychotherapy does not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.

The inclusion of any external links does not imply endorsement or approval of their content. Users are advised to review the terms and privacy policies of all third-party sites they visit.

8. Privacy Policy

Balens Psychotherapy respects your privacy. Please refer to our Privacy Policy [insert hyperlink if applicable] for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information.

By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Unless otherwise stated, information you submit to the Website is considered non-confidential and non-proprietary, and Balens Psychotherapy assumes no obligation to protect it from disclosure.

9. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated:

All content on this Website is the intellectual property of Balens Psychotherapy or its licensors.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, display, post, or transmit any part of the Website without our prior written permission.
All rights, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, domain names, and database rights, are reserved.

Use of this Website grants you a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to access and view the Website for personal, non-commercial use only.

10. Indemnification

By using this Website, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Balens Psychotherapy and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of this Disclaimer, or your submission of content.

11. Modifications

Balens Psychotherapy reserves the right to modify, update, or replace this Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of any such changes. You are encouraged to review this Disclaimer regularly.

Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Disclaimer, please contact:
📧 admin@balenstherapy.com
🌐 www.balenstherapy.com