Terms of Service
Last updated: November 2024
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the Mental Chec website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
Services Description
Mental Chec provides telehealth mental health therapy services to individuals residing in the state of Florida. Our services are provided by Oksana Salaam, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida.
Eligibility
To use our therapy services, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age (or have parental/guardian consent if a minor)
- Be a resident of Florida
- Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
- Provide accurate and complete information
Not Emergency Services
Mental Chec does not provide emergency services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, are in crisis, or are having thoughts of harming yourself or others, please:
- Call 911 for immediate emergencies
- Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
- Text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
- Go to your nearest emergency room
Telehealth Consent
By using our telehealth services, you acknowledge and consent to receiving mental health services via electronic communication. You understand that:
- Telehealth involves the use of electronic communications to provide services remotely
- There are potential risks including technology failures and privacy concerns
- You have the right to withdraw consent at any time
- Telehealth may not be appropriate for all conditions or situations
Appointment and Cancellation Policy
Appointments are scheduled through our booking platform. We request that you provide at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Late cancellations or missed appointments may be subject to fees.
Payment Terms
Payment is due at the time of service unless other arrangements have been made. We accept various forms of payment as indicated on our booking platform. You are responsible for any fees associated with your therapy services.
Confidentiality
We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your information in accordance with applicable laws, including HIPAA. However, there are legal exceptions where disclosure may be required, such as:
- Risk of harm to yourself or others
- Suspected abuse or neglect
- Court orders or legal proceedings
- As otherwise required by law
Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Mental Chec and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.
Website Use
You agree not to:
- Use the website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
- Upload or transmit viruses or malicious code
- Collect information about other users without consent
Disclaimer of Warranties
The website and resources are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mental Chec shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or services.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mental Chec and its owner from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these terms or your use of our services.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: hello@mentalchec.com