terms & conditions
TERMS & CONDITIONS / DISCLAIMER
SomaticSpiritualTherapist.com and AshleyKWhelan.com
Last updated: March 17, 2026
By accessing this website we assume you accept these terms and conditions.
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INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY
The content on somaticspiritualtherapist.com and ashleykwhelan.com, including blog posts, service pages, and educational materials, is provided for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical, therapeutic, or mental health care. While some services referenced on AshleyKWhelan.com may align with healing or emotional support, they are not offered as psychotherapy or clinical treatment. Nothing on these sites is intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any mental health or medical concerns.
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THERAPIST-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP
Viewing this site or contacting the site owner does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Booking a consultation also does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Clinical services are only provided after the completion of appropriate intake paperwork and informed consent, and only to individuals physically located in California or Idaho at the time of treatment.
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LICENSURE AND SCOPE OF PRACTICE
All therapy services offered through this site are provided by a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #11188) in California, within the legal and ethical scope of licensure. Therapeutic interventions follow evidence-based guidelines unless otherwise stated.
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INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES
This site includes descriptions of integrative services that may complement psychotherapy treatment goals. These services are not part of licensed therapy and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace mental health care. They are not reimbursable by insurance. Participation is entirely voluntary and requires separate screening and informed consent to ensure appropriateness.
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THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
This site uses third-party tools including Calendly for appointment scheduling, PayPal for payment processing, and Mentaya for insurance benefit verification. Use of these services is subject to their respective terms and conditions and privacy policies. The site owner is not responsible for the practices, content, or policies of these third-party platforms.
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CRISIS RESOURCES
This website is not monitored and is not an appropriate channel for crisis communication. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.
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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Under no circumstances shall the site owner be held liable for any damages, losses, or injuries — whether under contract, tort, or otherwise — that result from the use or misuse of any content on these sites. The site owner shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or special liability arising out of or in any way related to your use of this website. By using these websites, you agree that you are solely responsible for your decisions and actions, and that the site owner assumes no responsibility for how you interpret or apply any content provided here.
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INDEMNIFICATION
By using this website, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the site owner, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from and against any and all liabilities, costs, demands, causes of action, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or in any way related to your breach of any of the provisions of these terms or your misuse of the content on this site.
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content on this website, including written materials, design, graphics, and branding, is the intellectual property of the site owner and may not be republished, sold, reproduced, duplicated, copied, or redistributed without prior written permission.
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SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, that provision shall be modified or deleted to the minimum extent necessary, without affecting the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
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ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These terms constitute the entire agreement between the site owner and you in relation to your use of this website, and supersede all prior agreements and understandings regarding the same.
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VARIATION OF TERMS
The site owner reserves the right to revise these terms at any time. By using this website, you are expected to review these terms on a regular basis. Continued use of the site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
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GOVERNING LAW
These terms and this website are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California.
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SITE DISCLAIMER
Content on ashleykwhelan.com and somaticspiritualtherapist.com is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute therapy or medical advice. Clinical services are only provided through somaticspiritualtherapist.com to individuals located in California or Idaho, following appropriate consent and screening.
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CONTACT
If you have questions about these terms, please contact info@ashleykwhelan.com.