Effective Date: April 10, 2025

Welcome to the Rose + Thorn Counseling website. By visiting or using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this site.

1. PURPOSE OF THIS WEBSITE
   This website provides mental health education, information about therapy services, and access to online resources related to counseling. It is intended for general informational use only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care.
2. NO MEDICAL OR EMERGENCY ADVICE
   The content provided on this website does not constitute medical, psychological, or clinical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. This website is not monitored for urgent requests.
3. USE OF SITE
   You may use this site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the site. You agree not to attempt unauthorized access to the site or its related systems.
4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
   All content on this website—including text, images, branding, logos, design elements, and downloadable materials—is the property of Rose + Thorn Counseling unless otherwise stated. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, or distribute any content without written permission.
5. EXTERNAL LINKS
   This site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. Rose + Thorn Counseling does not control and is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of these external sites. Access them at your own discretion.
6. PRIVACY AND DATA USE
   Your use of this site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information. Please review it for more details on how your data is handled.
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
   While we aim to provide accurate and helpful content, Rose + Thorn Counseling does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the information on this site. Use of the site is at your own risk.
8. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS
   We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
9. GOVERNING LAW
   These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio. Any disputes arising from your use of the site shall be resolved in accordance with those laws.
10. CONTACT
    If you have questions about these terms, please contact us through our contact page.