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Terms & Conditions

Agreement to Terms

By using this website or receiving services from Dr. Mike Brooks, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you don't agree, please don't use our website or services.

1. Our Services

Website

This website provides information about psychological services, educational content, and contact information. This website does not provide professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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Professional Services

Dr. Brooks provides therapy, coaching, assessments, and speaking services to Texas residents under his Texas psychology license.

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Emergency Notice

This is not an emergency service. For emergencies:

  • Call 911

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

2. Website Use

You May

  • View content for personal use

  • Contact us for appointments

  • Subscribe to newsletters

  • Share links with attribution

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You May Not

  • Use the site illegally

  • Copy or distribute our content commercially

  • Attempt unauthorized access

  • Submit spam or harmful content

3. Professional Services Terms

No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Using this website doesn't create a therapeutic relationship. That begins only after:

  • Initial consultation

  • Mutual agreement to proceed

  • Signed treatment agreement

Fees and Cancellation

  • Payment due at time of service

  • 24-hour cancellation notice required

  • Late cancellations may be charged full fee

  • We accept cash, check, and credit cards

Telehealth

  • Separate consent required

  • Reliable internet connection needed

  • You're responsible for ensuring privacy

4. Privacy and Confidentiality

  • Website use governed by our Privacy Policy

  • Therapy services protected by HIPAA

  • We don't sell your information to third parties

  • Confidentiality limits explained in treatment agreements

5. Intellectual Property

All website content (text, images, videos) is owned by Dr. Brooks. You may view for personal use but can't reproduce commercially without permission.

6. Disclaimers

  • No Guarantees: We can't guarantee specific therapy outcomes

  • Content "As Is": Website information provided without warranties

  • Not Professional Advice: Website content is educational only

  • Third-Party Links: We're not responsible for external websites

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • Our liability limited to amount paid for services

  • Not liable for indirect or consequential damages

  • Not responsible for technical issues or third-party actions

8. Professional Standards

Dr. Brooks is licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and follows APA Ethics Code. Complaints may be filed with the licensing board.

9. Termination

  • We may terminate website access for violations

  • Either party may end therapeutic relationship

  • Proper termination includes appropriate referrals

10. Dispute Resolution

  • Contact Dr. Brooks directly for concerns

  • Professional complaints: Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

  • Legal disputes governed by Texas law, venue in Travis County

11. Contact Information

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

Dr. Mike Brooks, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
248 Addie Roy Rd, STE B-105, Austin, TX 78746

Phone: 512.891.1500
Email: info@drmikebrooks.com
Website: drmikebrooks.com

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