Referrals
Being Blithesome is dedicated to providing professional care of the highest standards and will do their best to serve you. However, if at any point in time your therapist finds that they are no longer able to continue being effective in helping you, they will make every possible effort to find an appropriate professional to refer you to.
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Terms & Conditions for Online Counseling:
Clients interested in receiving online counseling services can of of any age, but those below 18 would at times need supervision of the parent/guardian.
Clients interested in online counseling services must consult with the Being Blithesome counselor to discuss eligibility as well as the terms and conditions that apply to said services.
Eligibility for Online Counseling Services:
Online counseling services are not meant to take the place of direct, face-to-face psychotherapy services.
Online counseling services are most suitable for clients of all ages who have either previously engaged in formal counseling services and/or are seeking short-term support for issues that are unrelated to major crisis, severe mental health issues, suicidal, homicidal or violent behavior (past and present).
Online counseling services are intended for clients who have limited access, availability or financial means to receive direct, face-to-face professional counseling services.
Although online counseling services may be helpful, direct, face-to-face services are highly recommended and encouraged, especially for clients either looking for long-term treatment or clients in major crisis.
Online counseling does not provide crisis counseling and is not intended for clients who:
Have a history of major psychiatric episodes, hospitalizations or drug/alcohol dependence.
Have been diagnosed as any of the following – Borderline Personality Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder Type 1, Mentally Ill/Chemically Addicted (MICA), and/or Schizophrenia.
Have a history of suicidal, homicidal or violent behavior or present as suicidal, homicidal or violent.
Full Client Disclosure & Right to Refuse Online Counseling Services:
If you have any history of major psychiatric episodes, hospitalizations or drug/alcohol dependence or have been diagnosed as any of the following – Borderline Personality Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder Type 1, Mentally Ill/Chemically Addicted (MICA), and/or Schizophrenia – you must disclose this information to Being Blithesome, prior to being considered for online counseling services.
Failure to do so or knowingly misleading or withholding the above said information excludes Being Blithesome from any liability related to said client’s diagnosis, prognosis, outcome and actions.
If it is deemed at any point in the treatment that your needs are greater than the Being Blithesome counselor’s area of expertise or scope of practice and a client is unsuitable for online counseling services, Being Blithesome reserves the right to refuse and/or end treatment and appropriate referral sources will be provided.
Disadvantages include varying time zones, cultural differences, language barriers, and strength of internet connection which may impact the delivery of services. Clients may provide off-line contact information in case of a technology breakdown.
Nature of Counseling:
There may be both benefits and risks while participating in counseling, long distance or otherwise. Counseling may improve your ability to relate with others, provide a clearer understanding of yourself, your values, and your goals. Since counseling may also involve discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, you may also experience uncomfortable feelings. Counseling often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant improvement in feelings of distress.
Changes & Modifications
At any time, Being Blithesome holds the right to add to or modify these terms and conditions, the text information on this website, and any other and all content included on this site without prior notice to users. By using this site, you agree to the responsibility of reviewing all terms and conditions for acceptance regarding any changes made before continuing use of this site.
You acknowledge that by viewing and using this site and by scheduling a therapy session with Being Blithesome, you understand and agree to all of the Terms of Use and Policies listed. If you do not agree to the terms of service, please refrain from accessing and using this website and our therapy services.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms and policies, please contact us at being.blithesome@gmail.com or through the number provided at our contact us page.
Limitation Of Liability
Except as prohibited by law, you will hold us and our officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless for any indirect, punitive, special, incidental, or consequential damage, however it arises (including attorneys’ fees and all related costs and expenses of litigation and arbitration, or at trial or on appeal, if any, whether or not litigation or arbitration is instituted), whether in an action of contract, negligence, or other tortious action, or arising out of or in connection with this agreement, including without limitation any claim for personal injury or property damage, arising from this agreement and any violation by you of any federal, state, or local laws, statutes, rules, or regulations, even if company has been previously advised of the possibility of such damage. Except as prohibited by law, if there is liability found on the part of the company, it will be limited to the amount paid for the products and/or services, and under no circumstances will there be consequential or punitive damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of punitive, incidental or consequential damages, so the prior limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Cancellation and Refunds Policy
Cancellation of session
Once the client has booked a session they cannot cancel it.
Cancellation with refund of money will be allowed only in cases where the Therapist is not available at the time of appointment to provide the client with therapy.
Rescheduling of session
Rescheduling of the session will only be allowed in the cases where the client has intimated about the same at 48 hours prior to the time fixed for the appointment.
If the client arrives after the time fixed for the session or doesn’t arrive for the session for whatever reason they will not get a refund or an option to reschedule. They will have to book a fresh appointment
