Please read these terms carefully. By using the East Bay Counseling Choices (EBCC) website and any information or referral service it provides, you indicate your understanding and acceptance of the terms below.
Informational Purpose Only
The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes about mental-health topics and about how a therapist referral service works. It is not medical, psychological or other professional advice, and it is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified, licensed professional. Reading this site does not create a therapist–client or any other professional relationship. Always seek the advice of a licensed professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental-health condition.
Voluntary Use and Limitation of Liability
Use of the EBCC referral service is wholly voluntary. To the fullest extent permitted by law, EBCC and any affiliated professional associations shall not be liable to any user for the voluntary selection of any therapist, or for the services provided by any therapist who may be referred or listed. While we believe in the good faith and qualifications of the professionals in our network, we do not and cannot provide any warranties regarding the information they provide or the outcome of any services.
External Links and Email
This website may contain links to other sites. Such links are provided only for the convenience of the user; EBCC does not endorse, approve, or make any warranties as to the accuracy of information contained on any linked site, and you follow such links at your own discretion and responsibility. Please also use email with caution: email is not a confidential medium and should not be assumed to be private.
In an Emergency
This website and referral service are not a crisis or emergency service. If you are experiencing a mental-health emergency, are in crisis, or are having thoughts of suicide, help is available right now. In the United States you can call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at any time for free, confidential support, or visit 988lifeline.org. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 without delay.
Acceptance
Your use of this website and any service or information contained within it indicates your acceptance of these terms.