Legal Disclaimer

1. Informational Purposes Only

The content on this website, including blog posts, service descriptions, and any material shared through consultation services, is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. Professional consultation offered through this practice is peer-level guidance for other clinicians and professionals, not formal clinical supervision, and each consultee agrees to take full responsibility for their own clinical decisions.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

Using this website, reading its content, or reaching out through a contact form does not, by itself, create a therapist-client relationship. A therapist-client relationship is established only after a formal intake process, a signed informed consent, and a mutual agreement to begin services.

3. Not an Emergency Resource

This website is not monitored in real time and cannot respond to emergencies or crises. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. You can also reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) by calling or texting 988.

4. Licensing and Jurisdiction

Nicole Gershenson is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and holds telehealth licensure or registration in Florida, Virginia, Washington, and Connecticut. Therapy services are available only to individuals physically located in one of these states at the time of each session.

5. External Links and Resources

This site may link to third-party websites or resources, including professional directories and state telehealth information pages. I am not responsible for the accuracy, content, or privacy practices of any external site, and inclusion of a link does not constitute an endorsement.

6. Use at Your Own Risk

While I make reasonable efforts to keep the information on this site accurate and current, I do not guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Reliance on any content from this website is solely at your own risk.