Terms of Service

I. Who We Are

Welcome to inclusivejourneysny.com

This website is owned and operated by Inclusive Journeys Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC, a mental health practice providing psychotherapy and related services. By visiting our website and accessing the information, resources, services, and tools we provide (hereafter referred to as “Resources”), you agree to accept and adhere to the following terms and conditions (hereafter referred to as the “User Agreement”), along with the terms outlined in our Notice of Privacy Practices.

This agreement is effective as of 02/01/2025.

We reserve the right to update this User Agreement without prior notice. Your continued use of this website after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. Please review this policy regularly.

II. Responsible Use and Conduct

By visiting our website and accessing our Resources, you agree to use them only for lawful purposes related to receiving information about mental health services provided by Inclusive Journeys Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC. This includes complying with applicable laws, regulations, and online best practices.

You Agree That:

a. You may be required to provide accurate personal information (such as your name and contact details) to access certain services or resources.

b. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and any activity under your account.

c. Unauthorized access to our Resources through unethical, automated, or unconventional means is strictly prohibited.

d. You will not engage in activities that disrupt our website, servers, or networks. – You will not attempt to reproduce, sell, or distribute any materials from this website without our express consent.

III. Communication Tools

We may provide communication tools such as blog comments, public forums, or contact forms. By using these tools, you agree to communicate respectfully and responsibly. You will not post or share content that:

a. Is threatening, defamatory, abusive, or discriminatory.

b. Violates the privacy of others or infringes on intellectual property rights.

c. Contains unauthorized advertising or impersonates another individual or organization. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms.

IV. Mental Health Disclaimers

The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Accessing this website or communicating with us via email or contact forms does NOT establish a therapeutic relationship. A therapeutic relationship is only established after the completion of the intake process, informed consent, and mutual agreement for services.

Emergency Disclaimer:

This website is NOT intended for use in mental health emergencies. If you are experiencing a crisis or an emergency, please:

a. Call 911

b. Go to the nearest emergency room

c. Contact the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988

If you are outside the United States, please contact your local emergency services.

V. Privacy and HIPAA Compliance

Our privacy is critically important to us. Inclusive Journeys Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect your health information.

Key Privacy Practices Include:

a. Protecting the confidentiality of your Protected Health Information (PHI).

b. Using encrypted, secure platforms for telehealth services.

c. Limiting the sharing of your personal information to what is necessary for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

For more information, please review our detailed Notice of Privacy Practices.

Security Disclaimer: While we implement robust security measures, no online platform is 100% secure. Communications via email or contact forms may carry security risks. For sensitive information, please communicate through secure telehealth platforms provided upon intake.

VI. Limitation of Warranties

Our website and Resources are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

VII. Limitation of Liability

You agree that Inclusive Journeys Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.

VIII. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Inclusive Journeys Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC and protected by copyright laws.

IV. Termination of Use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to our website or services at our discretion.

X. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This User Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of New York.

Arbitration Agreement:

You agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved exclusively through final and binding arbitration conducted in New York, NY.

Jurisdiction for Non-Arbitrable Claims:

In rare cases, legal actions shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York, NY.