Terms & Conditions
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using this website and any services provided by The Counseling Garden, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website or our services.
2. Services Overview
The Counseling Garden provides a range of services including, but not limited to:
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Educational and counseling-based programs for youth and families
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Social-emotional learning (SEL) workshops and group sessions
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Creative arts and enrichment programs (e.g., Canvas Kids, Closet Overhaul)
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Professional development and consulting for schools and organizations
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Digital resources, templates, and materials for educators and professionals
All services are subject to availability and may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice.
3. Not a Substitute for Clinical Therapy
The Counseling Garden provides educational and supportive services. Unless explicitly stated in a signed agreement, services:
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Do not constitute clinical mental health therapy
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Do not establish a therapist-client relationship
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Should not be used as a substitute for licensed medical or mental health treatment
If you or your child require clinical services, please seek support from a licensed mental health professional or medical provider.
4. Eligibility and Use
You agree to use this website and services only for lawful purposes. You must:
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Be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent
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Provide accurate and complete information when registering or engaging in services
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Not misuse, disrupt, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or services
5. Payments and Fees
All fees for services, programs, and products are clearly stated at the time of purchase or registration.
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Payments must be made in full unless otherwise agreed upon in writing
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Fees are non-transferable unless explicitly stated
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The Counseling Garden reserves the right to update pricing at any time
6. Refund and Cancellation Policy
Due to the nature of our services:
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Program fees, workshops, and digital products are generally non-refundable
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Cancellations must be made in writing within [insert timeframe, e.g., 48 hours] of the scheduled service to be considered for rescheduling
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Refunds, if granted, are at the sole discretion of The Counseling Garden
7. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including but not limited to:
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Lesson plans
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Templates
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Program materials
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Branding, logos, and designs
are the intellectual property of The Counseling Garden, LLC.
You may not:
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Copy, reproduce, distribute, or sell materials without written permission
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Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
8. Confidentiality and Privacy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your information.
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Personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy
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While we strive to maintain confidentiality, information shared in group settings cannot be guaranteed to remain private
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Mandatory reporting laws apply where required (e.g., safety concerns involving harm to self or others)
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Counseling Garden, LLC shall not be liable for:
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Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our website or services
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Outcomes related to participation in programs, workshops, or use of materials
Participation in services is voluntary and at your own risk.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:
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The content, policies, or practices of third-party sites
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Any damages or issues arising from their use
11. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to conflict of law principles.
13. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
The Counseling Garden, LLC
Email: Info@thecounselinggarden.org
Location: Maryland, United States