Disclaimer

Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using the beacontherapist.com Website (the "Website") operated by Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW ("us," "we," "our") as this Disclaimer contains important information regarding limitations of our liability. Your access to and use of the Website is conditional upon your acceptance of and compliance with this Disclaimer. This Disclaimer applies to everyone, including, but not limited to, visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use the Website. You agree to be bound by this Disclaimer when accessing or using the Website. If you disagree with any part of this Disclaimer, you do not have our permission to access or use the Website.

Health Advice

This Website offers health advice. It is designed for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace a healthcare professional's advice, treatment, or diagnosis. You should always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any healthcare routine. You agree to assume all responsibility when acting on health advice on this Website. 

Resources

The information on this website's resource page is a public service to the community. Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, does not guarantee that the information on other sites is accurate or current. Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, is not responsible for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damage from linking to the websites.

Social Media

The information below summarizes Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW's social media policy and expectations. Our full Social Media Policy is specifically intended for clients of Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW. This disclaimer applies to all visitors, readers, and followers of Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW.

This disclaimer helps protect your privacy and establishes clear boundaries around Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW's social media and online presence. Interaction on social media does not equate to a therapeutic relationship. All of Karen S. Lippit’s blog articles and social media posts are no substitution for professional counseling or therapy. They are strictly for educational and promotional purposes only.

Social Media Presence

Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, does have a social media presence, so it’s important to note that these social media accounts and sites are not a substitution for therapy, nor are they an acceptable contact method for current or former clients. Kare S. Lippitt, LCSW, does not interact with current or former clients online. She will not respond to comments, direct messages, or any other form of social media contact from current or former clients to protect their confidentiality. Karem S. Lippitt, LCSW, does not provide clinical assessment or therapeutic advice via social media.

Blogging

Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, maintains a blog as part of a web presence to market to potential clients and provide helpful information and free resources related to her specialities. These articles are not substitutes for therapy and should not be interpreted as professional advice.

Friend Requests, Follows, Connections, and Page Likes

Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, doesn’t accept friend requests, connect requests, or follow requests from clients. However, there are some social media platforms on which she cannot screen followers. It’s important to note that your confidentiality cannot be guaranteed if you choose to follow/like these accounts. Therefore, Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, encourages clients not to follow her, and she will not follow them back or reciprocate the interaction.

Comments and Interaction

If current or former clients comment on social media content from Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, please know that she will not respond to these comments or interactions.

However, she occasionally interacts with non-clients online but does not provide clinical assessment or therapeutic advice via social media.

Non-clients should not use comments to solicit professional advice or help. If Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, is not your therapist and you have not provided your consent for treatment with Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, she cannot provide therapy services to you. You should seek the support of a trusted professional who is contracted to provide therapy services to you. 

Direct Messages and Text/SMS Messaging

Current or former clients should not use social media to send direct messages to discuss their treatment, provide updates between sessions, or otherwise interact with me as their therapist. These sites are not secure, and I do not review these messages in a timely fashion. I will not respond to direct messages and will talk with clients using a secure platform to discuss these concerns. 

Non-clients should not use direct messaging to solicit professional advice or help. If she is not your therapist and you have not provided your consent for treatment with Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW, I cannot provide therapy services to you. You should seek the support of a trusted professional who is contracted to provide therapy services to you. 

In the case of an emergency or mental health crisis, you should contact your local mental health crisis hotline or your own providers. You should never use direct messages or text messages to seek mental health support. Karen S. Lippitt, LCSW may not see it. This puts your safety at risk, and you may risk the confidentiality of your Protected Health Information.

Changes

We reserve the right to amend this policy at any time without prior notice.

Questions

If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact us at Beacontherapist@proton.me