🪷 Terms of Use — ThriveBY Counseling, LLC

Welcome to ThriveBY Counseling, LLC. By using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully.

This website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The content provided does not constitute professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as a substitute for therapy with a qualified clinician.

No Therapist–Client Relationship:
Using this website, sending an email, or submitting a contact form does not create a therapeutic relationship with ThriveBY Counseling, LLC or any of its clinicians. A therapist–client relationship is established only after an intake appointment has been scheduled, informed consent has been signed, and services have officially begun.

Licensure & Jurisdiction:
ThriveBY Counseling, LLC provides counseling services to clients physically located in Michigan and Pennsylvania, where our clinicians are licensed to practice. If you are located outside these states, services may not be available to you unless otherwise permitted by applicable law.

Telehealth:
Telehealth sessions are conducted through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms in accordance with the laws and regulations of Michigan and Pennsylvania. Clients are responsible for ensuring they are physically located in one of these states during telehealth sessions.

Liability Disclaimer:
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date content, ThriveBY Counseling, LLC makes no guarantees about the completeness or accuracy of the information on this website. We are not liable for any actions you take or fail to take based on the information provided here or on linked external sites.

By continuing to use this site, you acknowledge and agree to these terms. ThriveBY Counseling, LLC reserves the right to modify or update this policy at any time.

Last updated: October 2025

🌿 Privacy Policy — ThriveBY Counseling, LLC

At ThriveBY Counseling, LLC, your privacy is deeply valued. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle personal information collected through our website in accordance with HIPAA and state confidentiality laws.

Information We Collect

When you contact us through our website, we may collect basic personal information such as your name, phone number, and email address. This contact form is not HIPAA-secure, and should not be used to share personal health information (PHI), mental health history, or other sensitive details.

How We Use Your Information

Information submitted through the website is used solely to respond to your inquiries, schedule consultations, or provide information about services. ThriveBY Counseling, LLC does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Confidentiality in Counseling

Once you become a client, all personal health information is protected under HIPAA and applicable state laws, including the Michigan Mental Health Code and the Pennsylvania Mental Health Procedures Act. Client records and session information are stored securely and shared only with your written consent or as required by law (for example, in cases of imminent risk or court order).

Security

While we take reasonable measures to safeguard your information, electronic communication via the internet may not be fully secure. Please use discretion when choosing how to share personal information with us online.

Telehealth Privacy

For telehealth sessions, we use HIPAA-compliant video platforms to protect your privacy and confidentiality. You are encouraged to participate in sessions from a private, secure location.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites for informational purposes. ThriveBY Counseling, LLC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in laws or practice operations. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 beau@thrivebycounseling.com

Last updated: October 2025