Terms of Service

Please read these Terms of Service (“Terms”) carefully before using the website emscotttherapy.com (the “Website”) operated by Em Scott Therapy, a private-pay therapy practice in California, United States (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms contain important information regarding your legal rights and obligations, including limitations of our liability.

Your access to and use of this Website is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, you may not access or use the Website.

Our Services and Pricing Em Scott Therapy provides private-pay psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and groups. We do not accept insurance. Current rates and service details are available on the Website or upon inquiry. We reserve the right to adjust pricing at any time. Pricing updates do not apply retroactively.

Appointments and Cancellations All therapy appointments must be scheduled in advance. Appointments may be canceled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice or missed appointments are subject to the full session fee.

Payments We accept payment through third-party processors such as Stripe and Square. Accepted forms of payment may include major credit cards. By providing payment information, you represent that you have the legal right to use the payment method. We do not store or manage payment data; third-party processors are responsible for securing your information.

License to Use Resources From time to time, Em Scott Therapy may provide downloadable resources, worksheets, or other materials (“Resources”). These are for personal, non-commercial use by clients or prospective clients only. Redistribution or resale is prohibited.

Confidentiality Therapy services are confidential and protected under California law. However, exceptions include situations involving danger to self or others, suspected abuse, or legal obligations. For more details, refer to our Privacy Policy.

Account Management If you create an account on this Website (e.g., for accessing resources or booking), you agree to provide accurate and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for any activity under your account.

Prohibited Conduct You agree not to:

Use the Website for any unlawful purpose;
Post or transmit harmful, abusive, harassing, or offensive content;
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or any connected systems;
Distribute spam, malware, or viruses;
Misrepresent yourself or your relationship to Em Scott Therapy.

No Guarantee of Outcomes While therapy can be effective, we make no guarantees regarding individual outcomes. Results vary based on individual circumstances, goals, and participation.

Disclaimer of Warranties This Website and any resources provided are offered “as is” without warranty of any kind. We make no guarantees about accuracy, completeness, or suitability for any purpose.

Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law, Em Scott Therapy is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Website or participation in services.

Third-Party Links The Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites and encourage users to review their terms and privacy policies.

Intellectual Property All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, and downloadable materials, is the property of Em Scott Therapy or its licensors and is protected under U.S. copyright and trademark laws.

Governing Law These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes shall be resolved through confidential arbitration in Los Angeles County, California.

Changes to These Terms We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will post updates on the Website and revise the “last updated” date accordingly. Continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact Em Scott Therapy directly.