Disclaimer
Website Disclaimer
Last Updated: 4/1/2025
This website is owned by Michelle Gherlone, Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP #3456) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #88191), hereafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our.”
By accessing this website or any content made available through it — including services, blog posts, emails, videos, downloads, assessments, or other communications (collectively referred to as the “Website”) — you agree to the following Disclaimer. If you do not agree, please do not use this Website.
1. For Educational and Informational Purposes Only
The content provided on this Website is intended solely for informational and educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Engaging with this Website does not create a therapist-client relationship.
2. Not Medical or Emergency Advice
Although Michelle Gherlone is a licensed mental health professional in California, the Website content is not intended to be mental health treatment or medical advice. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For 24/7 mental health support, you can also call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
3. No Professional Relationship
Using this Website or contacting us through it does not establish a therapeutic relationship. A formal client relationship is only established through a signed agreement and intake process.
4. Personal Responsibility
You acknowledge that you are using this Website voluntarily and are solely responsible for how you choose to use the information provided. Always consult with a licensed professional before making decisions related to your mental health, education, or other personal matters.
5. No Guarantees
We cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results based on information provided on the Website. Each person’s experiences, backgrounds, and goals are unique, and results will vary.
6. Testimonials
Any testimonials shared on this Website are examples of client experiences but do not guarantee or promise the same results for others. These are shared for illustrative purposes only.
7. Limitation of Liability
We do not assume liability for any direct or indirect loss or damage you may incur from using this Website or its content. You agree to use this Website at your own risk.
8. Indemnification
By using this Website, you agree to release, defend, and hold harmless Michelle Gherlone and any team members or affiliates from all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses that may arise from your use or misuse of the Website.
9. No Warranties
We make no warranties regarding the performance, accuracy, or availability of this Website. All information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
10. External Links
Any links to external websites are for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of any third-party sites.
11. Errors and Omissions
While we strive to keep the content accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees and are not responsible for errors or omissions.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Disclaimer or your use of this Website, please contact:
Michelle Gherlone, LEP, LMFT