Terms of Use

South Florida Arts & Counseling, Inc.
Effective Date: November 1, 2020

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the website of South Florida Arts & Counseling, Inc. (“SFAC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use and our applicable privacy policies. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue using the website.

These terms apply to visitors, prospective clients, current clients, job applicants, and other individuals accessing our website.

2. About Our Organization

South Florida Arts & Counseling, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible, compassionate, and individualized behavioral health services.

Our services may include individual counseling, couples counseling, family therapy, trauma-informed care, and other behavioral health programs delivered by appropriately credentialed professionals.

Services are subject to clinician availability, professional qualifications, applicable licensing requirements, and clinical appropriateness.

3. Website Information Is Not Medical Advice

The information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes.

Website content does not constitute medical advice, psychiatric advice, psychological evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.

Reading information on this website, submitting an inquiry, or communicating with SFAC does not, by itself, establish a therapist-client or healthcare provider-patient relationship.

Clinical services begin only after appropriate intake procedures, required documentation, and acceptance for treatment have been completed.

4. Mental Health Emergencies

This website is not intended for emergency communications or crisis intervention.

If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency department.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis in the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Do not use website forms, email, or routine appointment requests to communicate urgent safety concerns.

5. Telehealth Services

SFAC may provide behavioral health services through secure telehealth platforms when clinically appropriate and legally permitted.

Telehealth services are subject to applicable professional licensing requirements, informed consent, clinical eligibility, and other relevant laws and regulations.

Availability of telehealth services may depend on the client's physical location at the time of treatment.

SFAC reserves the right to determine whether telehealth is clinically appropriate and to recommend alternative services when necessary.

6. Appointments and Service Requests

Submitting an appointment request does not guarantee an appointment, clinician assignment, insurance coverage, or acceptance for treatment.

All service requests are subject to review, availability, and clinical appropriateness.

Appointment scheduling, cancellations, missed appointments, and related administrative matters are governed by the applicable policies and agreements provided during registration and intake.

7. Insurance and Payment Information

Information about accepted insurance plans is provided for general reference and may change.

Participation with an insurance company does not guarantee coverage for a particular service, clinician, or individual.

Clients are responsible for verifying their benefits, eligibility, cost-sharing obligations, and any applicable authorization requirements.

Financial responsibilities are explained through the applicable service agreements and intake documentation.

8. Privacy and Confidentiality

SFAC respects the privacy and confidentiality of individuals seeking behavioral health services.

Personal information submitted through this website is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws and SFAC's relevant privacy policies.

When applicable, protected health information is subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable confidentiality requirements.

Visitors should avoid submitting sensitive clinical information through general contact forms or ordinary email unless specifically instructed to use an approved communication method.

For additional information, please review our Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices.

9. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the text, graphics, logos, designs, educational materials, and other original content published on this website are owned by SFAC or used with appropriate authorization.

Website materials may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission, except as permitted by applicable law.

10. Acceptable Website Use

Visitors agree to use this website lawfully and responsibly.

Users may not attempt to interfere with website operations, gain unauthorized access to systems or information, introduce malicious software, or use the website for fraudulent, abusive, or unlawful purposes.

SFAC reserves the right to take appropriate measures to protect its website, systems, and users.

11. External Websites and Third-Party Services

This website may contain links to external websites or services, including appointment scheduling systems, patient portals, payment services, and other resources.

These third-party services may operate under their own terms, privacy policies, and security practices.

SFAC is not responsible for the content, availability, or practices of independent third-party websites or services, except to the extent required by applicable law.

12. Employment and Professional Opportunities

Information regarding employment, independent contractor opportunities, internships, and professional recruitment is provided for informational purposes.

Submitting a résumé or application does not guarantee an interview, employment, contractual engagement, or placement.

SFAC evaluates applicants based on relevant qualifications, professional credentials, organizational needs, and applicable legal requirements.

13. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

SFAC makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate, current, and accessible website information. However, website content may contain errors, omissions, or outdated information.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, SFAC does not guarantee uninterrupted website availability or that all information will be free from errors.

Nothing in these Terms of Use excludes or limits liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited, including obligations arising under applicable healthcare, privacy, consumer protection, or professional responsibility laws.