Welcome to the website of Shelmar Haven Therapy. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

1. Informational Purposes Only : The content provided on this website, including text, graphics, images, and other materials, is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical, psychological, psychiatric, or professional clinical advice. The information on this site is not intended to be a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship: Accessing this website, reading its content, or communicating with Shelmar Haven Therapy via email or online contact forms does not establish a formal therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is only established after a formal consultation, the completion of an intake process, and the signing of an Informed Consent agreement.

3. Emergency and Crisis Situations: This website and its associated contact forms are not monitored for emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, are in immediate distress, or are at risk of harm to yourself or others, do not use this website or email to seek help. Immediately call 911, proceed to your nearest hospital emergency department, or contact a local crisis hotline (such as the Canada Suicide Crisis Helpline at 9-8-8).

4. Privacy and Communication Security: Your use of this website is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which outlines how personal health information is handled. Please be aware that standard email and website contact forms are not entirely secure methods of communication. I advise against sharing sensitive personal health information (PHI) through these channels.

5. Intellectual Property: All content on this website, including but not limited to text, logos, graphics, and resources, is the property of Shelmar Haven Therapy and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content from this site without prior written permission.

6. Third-Party Links: This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided solely for your convenience. Shelmar Haven Therapy does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

7. Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Shelmar Haven Therapy and its practitioner shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, use of, or inability to use this website or its content.

8. Governing Law: These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, the Province of Ontario, and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Changes to These Terms: Shelmar Haven Therapy reserves the right to modify or update these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Contact Information If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact: Shelmar Haven Therapy through the Contact form.

Last Updated: August 2026