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  • Terms and Conditions
    Anchored Empowerment Therapy
    Effective Date: April 3, 2026

    Plain Language Summary

    • This website is for information only—not therapy or medical advice

    • Using this site does not create a therapist-client relationship

    • Do not use this site for emergencies

    • Online communication may not be secure

    • Full policies (including fees, cancellations, and consent) are provided when you become a client

    1. Informational Use Only

    The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical, mental health, or therapeutic advice.

    Use of this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship between you and Anchored Empowerment Therapy or Amanda Odell, MS, MHP, LMFT.

    2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

    A therapist-client relationship is only established after:

    • An initial consultation is completed, and

    • Appropriate consent forms are signed, and

    • Both parties agree to begin services

    Contacting us through this website, submitting a form, or scheduling an appointment does not guarantee services or create a therapeutic relationship.

    3. Not for Emergencies

    This website is not intended for emergency communication.

    If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please:

    • Call 911

    • Go to your nearest emergency room

    • Contact a crisis hotline in your area

    4. Appointment Scheduling

    Appointments may be requested through our online scheduling system (via Google Calendar booking).

    We make reasonable efforts to maintain accurate availability; however:

    • Appointment requests are not guaranteed until confirmed

    • We reserve the right to modify or cancel appointments as needed

    Additional policies related to cancellations, fees, and services will be provided separately to clients as part of informed consent documentation.

    5. Cancellation and No-Show Policy (Summary)

    Specific cancellation and no-show policies will be provided in your client paperwork. In general:

    • Advance notice is required to cancel or reschedule appointments

    • Late cancellations or missed appointments may be subject to a fee

    • Insurance may not cover missed appointment fees

    By scheduling services, you agree to review and comply with the full cancellation policy provided during intake.

    6. Use of Website and Communications

    By using this website, you agree:

    • Not to submit false or misleading information

    • Not to use the website for unlawful purposes

    • Not to attempt to interfere with the website’s functionality or security

    You also understand that:

    • Website forms and email are not fully secure methods of communication

    • You should avoid submitting sensitive or confidential information through the website

    7. Telehealth Services

    Anchored Empowerment Therapy offers telehealth services through secure platforms, including Alma, Headway, and Google Meet.

    By choosing telehealth services, you acknowledge:

    • There are inherent risks to electronic communication

    • You are responsible for ensuring privacy in your own environment during sessions

    • Additional informed consent will be obtained prior to starting telehealth services

    8. Third-Party Services

    This website may link to or integrate with third-party services, including:

    • Scheduling tools

    • Payment processors

    • Social media platforms

    We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites or services.

    9. Payments and Financial Responsibility

    Payment for services is handled through third-party platforms, including Alma, Headway, Thrizer, and Stripe.

    Clients are responsible for:

    • Understanding their financial obligations

    • Providing accurate billing information

    • Reviewing and agreeing to financial policies provided during intake

    10. Intellectual Property

    All content on this website, including text, design, logos, and materials, is the property of Anchored Empowerment Therapy unless otherwise stated.

    You may:

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

    You may not:

    • Reproduce, distribute, or modify content without written permission

    11. Limitation of Liability

    To the fullest extent permitted by law, Anchored Empowerment Therapy is not liable for:

    • Any damages resulting from use of this website

    • Reliance on information provided on this website

    • Technical issues or interruptions in website access

    12. Geographic Scope of Services

    Therapy services are provided in accordance with applicable licensing laws.

    Anchored Empowerment Therapy provides services to clients located in:

    • Washington State

    • Idaho (via telehealth, where permitted)

    Users are responsible for ensuring they are located in a jurisdiction where services may legally be provided.

    13. Governing Law

    These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

    14. Dispute Resolution

    In the event of a dispute arising from the use of this website:

    • Parties agree to first attempt to resolve the issue informally

    • If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes may be resolved through mediation or other agreed-upon alternative dispute resolution methods before pursuing legal action

    Nothing in this section limits your rights under applicable law.

    15. Changes to These Terms

    We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

    16. Contact Information

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

    Anchored Empowerment Therapy
    Amanda Odell, MS, MHP, LMFT
    aodell@anchoredempowerment.com
    425-567-0280

  • Privacy Policy
    Anchored Empowerment Therapy
    Effective Date: April 3, 2026

    Anchored Empowerment Therapy (“Practice,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit our website.

    This policy applies only to information collected through this website and does not replace our Notice of Privacy Practices, which applies to therapy clients receiving clinical services.

    1. Information We Collect

    a. Personal Information You Provide Voluntarily
    When you fill out a contact form or request services, we may collect:

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Phone number

    • Any message you choose to include

    Important: Please do not include sensitive or confidential mental health information in website forms.

    b. Appointment Scheduling Information
    If you book an appointment through our online scheduling system (via Google Calendar booking), your information is processed through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems with appropriate Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) in place.

    c. Automatically Collected Information
    Our website platform (Squarespace) may collect limited technical data such as:

    • IP address

    • Browser type

    • Basic usage data

    We do not actively use analytics or tracking tools beyond what may be minimally required for website functionality.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information collected to:

    • Respond to inquiries and contact requests

    • Schedule and manage appointments

    • Provide information about our services

    • Maintain the security and functionality of the website

    We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

    3. Confidentiality and HIPAA Considerations

    While we take privacy seriously, information submitted through this website is not a secure or confidential method of communication.

    Submitting a contact form or scheduling request does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

    If you become a client of Anchored Empowerment Therapy, your protected health information (PHI) will be handled in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices and applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

    4. Third-Party Services

    We use trusted third-party services to operate our practice. These may include:

    • Website hosting: Squarespace

    • Scheduling: Google Calendar booking system

    • Telehealth platforms: Alma, Headway, and Google Meet

    • Practice management / billing platforms: Alma, Headway, Thrizer

    • Payment processing: Stripe

    These providers may collect or process your information according to their own privacy policies. Where required, we maintain HIPAA-compliant agreements with applicable providers.

    5. Social Media Links

    Our website may include links to social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. Clicking these links may allow those platforms to collect information about your interaction. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

    6. Cookies and Tracking

    Our website may use basic cookies necessary for functionality through Squarespace. We do not intentionally use advertising cookies or advanced tracking tools.

    You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

    7. Children’s Privacy

    Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website.

    For minors receiving therapy services, information is collected through appropriate clinical processes, not through this website.

    8. Data Security

    We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

    We encourage you to avoid sending sensitive or confidential information through website forms or email.

    9. Your Rights and Choices

    You may:

    • Request that we update or correct your personal information

    • Ask us to delete information submitted through the website (when applicable)

    • Contact us with any privacy-related concerns

    10. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

    11. Contact Information

    If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

    Anchored Empowerment Therapy
    Amanda Odell, MS, MHP, LMFT
    aodell@anchoredempowerment.com
    425-567-0280

    Important Note

    If you are in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. This website and its contact forms are not intended for emergency communication.