Discreet Therapy Disclaimer

Effective Date: August 2, 2025

This Disclaimer applies to the website http://discreet-therapy.com, operated by Dawn Feldpausch, LCSW, doing business as (dba) Discreet Therapy (“Discreet Therapy,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By using this Website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Informational Purposes Only

  • The content on this Website, including blog posts, resources, and educational material, is provided for general informational and advertising purposes only.

  • It is not intended to substitute for professional medical, psychiatric, legal, or financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

  • Accessing or reading this Website does not establish a therapist-client relationship between you and Discreet Therapy.

  • A professional relationship is only established once intake paperwork is completed and services begin through our HIPAA-compliant platform, SimplePractice.

3. Accuracy of Information

  • While we strive to provide accurate and current information, Discreet Therapy makes no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the Website’s content.

  • Information may change without notice, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions.

4. Third-Party Links and Services

This Website may link to or rely on third-party platforms, software, and plugins, including but not limited to:

  • SimplePractice – HIPAA-compliant scheduling and secure messaging

  • Psychology Today – provider directory

  • Google – Analytics, reCAPTCHA, Ads, and related services

  • WordPress – website content management system

  • SiteGround – website hosting and server security

  • Rank Math SEO Plugin – search engine optimization

  • Other WordPress Plugins – functionality, analytics, performance, forms, or security (e.g., caching, backup, spam filters, etc.)

  • Social Media – official pages on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and X (formerly Twitter)

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or data collection policies of these third-party providers. Use of third-party services is at your own risk and governed by their individual terms and policies.

5. Limitation of Liability

  • By using this Website, you agree that Discreet Therapy, its owner, affiliates, and agents shall not be held liable for any losses, claims, or damages—direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential—arising from your use of, or reliance on, this Website or its content.

  • You assume full responsibility for any decisions you make based on the information provided here.

6. No Emergency or Crisis Services

This Website is not a substitute for emergency services and is not monitored 24/7.

  • If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 immediately.

  • For mental health crisis support, dial 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

7. Updates to Disclaimer

We may update this Disclaimer as laws, technology, or services change. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.

8. Contact Information

For questions about this Disclaimer, contact:

Dawn Feldpausch, LCSW, dba Discreet Therapy
Email: info@discreet-therapy.com
Phone: (813) 358-7644

Legal Notice: This Disclaimer limits liability for use of the Discreet Therapy Website. Clinical services and PHI are governed separately by our HIPAA-compliant Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) available through SimplePractice.