Terms & Conditions

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using catherinemelo.com ("the website"). By using the website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

About this website

This website is operated by Catherine M. Melo, MSW, LCSW, a therapy practice in Vancouver, Washington. The website provides general information about the practice and its services.

Not medical or professional advice

The content on this website is for general informational purposes only. It is not therapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and it does not create a therapist-client relationship. A therapist-client relationship is established only through a formal agreement and the completion of intake paperwork.

Reading this website is not a substitute for professional care. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.

Use of the website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You agree not to use it in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the site, or interfere with anyone else's use of it. You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or its systems.

Intellectual property

The content on this website, including text, images, logos, and design, is the property of Catherine M. Melo unless otherwise noted, and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any part of it without permission.

Downloadable forms provided on this site are for use by current and prospective clients of the practice, and for that purpose only.

Links to other websites

This website may contain links to third-party sites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, and a link does not imply endorsement.

Limitation of liability

This website is provided on an "as is" basis. While we aim to keep the information accurate and current, we make no warranties that it is complete, reliable, or error-free. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, this website.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will always be posted on this page, with the effective date above. Continued use of the website after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

Governing law

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

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, contact:

Catherine M. Melo, MSW, LCSW
catherine@catherinemelo.com
503-360-4909