Agreement to These Terms
Welcome to the website of Ten Directions Counseling, the private practice of Stephanie Napolitano, LMHC ("the Practice," "we," or "us"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
If You Are in Crisis
This website is not for emergencies. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, are in danger, or are having thoughts of harming yourself or others, call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, or call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.
This Website Is Informational Only
The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes. Viewing this website, submitting the contact form, or communicating with the Practice by phone or email does not create a counselor-client or therapeutic relationship. A therapeutic relationship is established only after an initial consultation, completion of intake documentation, and mutual written agreement to begin services.
Not Medical or Clinical Advice
Nothing on this website constitutes medical, psychiatric, psychological, or clinical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and the content is not a substitute for professional care. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.
Services and Eligibility
The Practice provides virtual (telehealth) counseling services to clients located in New York State, consistent with New York licensure requirements. Information on this website is not an offer to provide services in any jurisdiction where the Practice is not licensed. Services are subject to the Practice's intake policies, consent forms, and service agreements, which govern in the event of any conflict with this website.
Electronic Communications
The contact form and email are intended for general inquiries and scheduling only. Please do not use them to communicate urgent matters or detailed clinical information. Standard email and web forms are not a secure means of transmitting health information, and the Practice cannot guarantee a response within any particular timeframe. [Confirm desired response-time language.]
Intellectual Property
This website and its content, including text, graphics, and the Ten Directions Counseling name and compass mark, are the property of the Practice or its licensors and are protected by applicable law. You may view, download, and print pages for personal, non-commercial use. Any other use requires prior written permission.
Third-Party Links and Services
This website may reference or link to third-party websites, resources, or services. These are provided for convenience only. The Practice does not control and is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites.
No Warranties
This website is provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, availability, or fitness for a particular purpose. The Practice does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Practice and Stephanie Napolitano, LMHC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of, or inability to use, this website. Nothing in these terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms of Use from time to time. The current version, with its effective date, will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these terms or your use of this website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in New York. [Confirm preferred venue/county with counsel.]
Contact
Ten Directions Counseling
Stephanie Napolitano, LMHC #005793
Queens, NY
Phone: (929) 782-0578
Email: tendirectionscounseling@gmail.com