Introduction

FamilyTime Centers provides general information about mental health services and therapeutic approaches for educational purposes. This content does not replace professional medical advice or create a therapeutic relationship in accordance with California healthcare regulations and professional liability standards.

General Disclaimer

Educational Purpose: The information provided on our website, in our communications, and through our educational materials is for general educational and informational purposes only. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

No Medical Advice: Content on our website and in our materials should not be considered medical advice. Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare providers with questions about medical conditions, mental health concerns, or treatment options.

Individual Variation: Mental health conditions and treatment responses vary significantly among individuals. Information provided may not apply to your specific circumstances, and personalized professional consultation is necessary for appropriate care.

No Therapeutic Relationship

Professional Relationship Requirements: Simply visiting our website, reading our content, or contacting us does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship begins only when:

• You have completed our intake process

• A formal treatment agreement has been signed

• Regular therapy sessions have commenced

• Mutual agreement to therapeutic goals has been established

Emergency Limitations: Our educational content and general communications cannot provide crisis intervention or emergency mental health services. Emergency situations require immediate professional intervention through appropriate emergency services.

Professional Licensing and Jurisdiction

California Licensing: Our therapists are licensed to practice in California and can only provide direct therapeutic services to clients physically located in California during sessions.

Interstate Practice Limitations: We cannot provide therapy services to individuals located outside of California, even temporarily, due to licensing restrictions and regulatory requirements.

Licensing Verification: All therapist licenses can be verified through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences website or by contacting our administrative office.

Treatment Outcome Disclaimers

No Guaranteed Results: We cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results from therapy services. Mental health treatment effectiveness varies based on:

• Individual client factors and motivation

• Complexity and duration of presenting concerns

• Environmental and social support factors

• Adherence to treatment recommendations

• Interaction between various life circumstances

Treatment Variability: Response to therapy varies among individuals, and some clients may:

• Experience improvement more quickly or slowly than typical

• Require different therapeutic approaches or modalities

• Need referral to other healthcare providers

• Benefit from adjunct services like medication management

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Risk and Limitation Disclaimers

Therapy Risks: Like all healthcare interventions, psychotherapy carries potential risks including:

• Temporary increase in emotional distress

• Uncomfortable feelings or memories emerging during treatment

• Potential disruption to relationships as personal changes occur

• Possibility that symptoms may not improve or could worsen

Service Limitations: Our services have inherent limitations:

• Telehealth cannot provide the same level of observation as in-person therapy

• We cannot provide 24/7 crisis intervention or emergency services

• Some therapeutic techniques may be less effective via telehealth

• Technology dependencies may affect service delivery

  
  
  

Financial Disclaimers

Insurance Coverage: We provide general information about insurance benefits, but:

• Cannot guarantee insurance coverage or reimbursement

• Insurance benefits and coverage change frequently

• Clients remain responsible for verifying their own benefits

• Final coverage determination rests with insurance companies

Fee Changes: Service fees may change periodically with appropriate notice to clients.

Payment Responsibility: Clients remain responsible for all charges regardless of insurance coverage or reimbursement issues.

Privacy and Confidentiality Disclaimers

Technology Security: While we use industry-standard security measures:

• No technology system is completely secure from all threats

• Internet communications carry inherent security risks

• Clients share responsibility for maintaining privacy during telehealth sessions

Legal Limitations: Confidentiality protections have legal limitations including:

• Mandatory reporting requirements

• Court-ordered disclosures

• Emergency situations requiring safety interventions

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Limitation of Liability

Service Delivery: Our liability is limited to the direct provision of professional therapy services as outlined in our service agreements.

Indirect Damages: We are not liable for indirect consequences of treatment, including:

• Decisions made based on therapy insights

• Relationship changes resulting from personal growth

• Employment or educational impacts of mental health treatment

• Technology failures affecting service delivery

  
  
  

Contact for Questions

General Questions: Direct general questions about our services to Support@familytimecenters.com

Emergency Situations: Never rely on email or website contact for emergency mental health situations - contact emergency services immediately

Updates to Disclaimer

Regular Review: This disclaimer is reviewed annually and updated as needed to reflect current practices and legal requirements

Effective Date: Current disclaimer effective date is posted on our website

By using our website, contacting our services, or engaging with our educational content, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, please discontinue use of our website and services.