Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 9/1/2025

Welcome to Connected Beginnings. By visiting and using this website, you agree to the following terms. These are here to provide clarity, set appropriate boundaries, and support a respectful and safe experience for everyone.

Purpose of This Website

The content on this website is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace therapy, medical care, or professional mental health treatment. Reading content on this site, sending a message, or scheduling a consultation does not create a therapist–client relationship.

Therapy Services

Psychotherapy services are provided only after:

  • An initial consultation (when applicable)

  • Completion of informed consent and intake paperwork

  • A mutual agreement to begin therapy

Therapy services are governed by separate clinical policies and consent documents shared directly with clients.

Not for Emergencies

This website and its contact forms are not monitored continuously and should not be used for emergencies.

If you or your child are experiencing a mental health emergency, please:

  • Call 911, or

  • Contact your local emergency services, or

  • Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.)

Communication Through the Website

If you choose to contact Connected Beginnings through email:

  • Please avoid including sensitive or detailed personal health information

  • Responses are made during regular business hours

  • Email is not a substitute for therapy or crisis support

Privacy

Your privacy is important. Any personal information you share through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which explains how data is collected, used, and protected.

Use of Website Content

All content on this website—including text, graphics, and original materials—is the intellectual property of Connected Beginnings unless otherwise noted.

You may:

  • View and print content for personal, non-commercial use

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or use content for commercial purposes without written permission

Limitation of Liability

While care is taken to provide accurate and thoughtful information, Connected Beginnings makes no guarantees regarding completeness or applicability of website content to your specific situation.

Use of this website is at your own discretion and risk.

Changes to These Terms

These Terms & Conditions may be updated periodically. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Libby Hayes, LCSW
Connected Beginnings
Libby@connectedbeginningstherapy.com