Terms of Service

Effective Date: July 1, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Path of Love and Resilience LLC website at pathofloveandresilience.com (the "Website"). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Important: Website Use vs. Therapy Services

This website does not provide therapy, counseling, or mental health treatment. Using this website does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you become a therapy client, separate agreements and informed consent documents will govern our clinical relationship.

Emergency Disclaimer

This website is not intended for mental health emergencies. If you are experiencing a crisis or have thoughts of harming yourself or others:

  • Call 911 for immediate emergency assistance

  • Call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)

  • Go to your nearest emergency room

We do not monitor this website 24/7 and cannot respond to crisis situations through website contact forms or email.

1. Acceptable Use

You May:

  • Browse our website and read our content

  • Share our blog posts with proper attribution

  • Use our contact forms for appropriate inquiries about services

  • Download any resources we make available

You May Not:

  • Use this website for any illegal purpose

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Submit spam, inappropriate content, or offensive material

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission

  • Use our website to solicit therapy or mental health advice

2. Intellectual Property

Our Original Content

The following content created by Path of Love and Resilience LLC is protected by copyright:

  • Blog posts and articles (text content)

  • Downloadable resources and guides

  • Original graphics and designs

  • Website layout and organization

Third-Party Content

Some images on this website are licensed stock photos or content from third parties. These remain the property of their respective owners and are used under appropriate licenses.

Your Use Rights

You may:

  • Share links to our blog posts with proper attribution

  • Quote our content (under 100 words) with attribution and a link back to the source

  • Share our downloadable resources with others (we encourage sharing!)

  • Use our resources for personal, educational, or professional development

You may not:

  • Claim our original content as your own

  • Sell or commercially distribute our resources without permission

  • Remove attribution or copyright notices

3. Medical and Professional Disclaimers

Not Medical Advice

Content on this website is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as:

  • Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

  • A substitute for professional medical care

  • Individual therapy or counseling

  • Crisis intervention services

Professional Boundaries

  • We do not provide therapy services through this website

  • We do not respond to requests for therapy advice via contact forms

  • We cannot provide emergency mental health services

  • Telehealth/virtual therapy services are available only to individuals physically located in Wisconsin during sessions

  • We are not responsible for any actions you take based on website content

Consultation Recommendations

Always consult with qualified healthcare providers for:

  • Mental health concerns

  • Medical conditions

  • Medication questions

  • Crisis situations

4. Privacy and Data

Your use of this website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using this website, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

5. Third-Party Services

This website uses third-party services including:

  • Squarespace (hosting and analytics)

  • Google Fonts and Adobe Fonts (typography)

These services have their own terms of service and privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices or content.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

Website Availability

We strive to maintain website availability but cannot guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted access

  • Error-free operation

  • Compatibility with all devices or browsers

  • Availability of all features at all times

Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all website content is:

  • Current or up-to-date

  • Complete or comprehensive

  • Applicable to your specific situation

  • Free from errors or omissions

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Path of Love and Resilience LLC shall not be liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities

  • Personal injury or property damage

  • Decisions made based on website content

7. Professional Licensing

Bobbie Harte Shaw, MS LMFT, is licensed to practice marriage and family therapy in the state of Wisconsin. Therapy services are provided only to individuals physically located in Wisconsin during sessions, in accordance with Wisconsin state laws and professional licensing requirements.

8. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our business.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Dane County, Wisconsin.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Path of Love and Resilience LLC
Email: support@pathofloveandresilience.com
Phone: (608) 535-6285
Address: 3330 University Avenue, Suite 208, Madison, WI 53705

Last Updated: July 25, 2025