Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 30, 2026

Welcome to the website of Mary Haire LMFT. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please review these terms carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use this website.

1. Acceptance of Agreement

You agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Terms of Service Agreement ("Agreement") with respect to our website. This Agreement constitutes the entire and only agreement between us and you, and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, representations, warranties, and understandings with respect to the website and the content provided by or through the website.

2. No Professional-Client Relationship

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

  • Not Medical Advice: Content on this website does not constitute medical, psychological, or professional therapy advice.

  • No Relationship Established: Accessing, reading, or interacting with this website (including submitting a contact form) does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Mary Haire LMFT.

  • Clinical Relationship Initialization: A professional relationship is only established after an initial intake assessment has been completed and a formal clinical treatment agreement has been signed by both parties.

3. Eligibility & Use Restrictions

This website is intended for individuals seeking information regarding telehealth services in states where Mary Haire LMFT is legally licensed to practice.

  • Geographic Limits: Services are strictly limited to residents of California and Florida.

  • Age Requirements: You must be at least 18 years of age to use this website independently or to submit personal information through our contact forms.

4. Permitted Uses & Website Content

The content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, and other matters related to the website are protected under applicable copyrights, trademarks, and other proprietary rights.

  • Personal Use Only: You are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the website strictly in accordance with these terms for personal, non-commercial purposes.

  • Prohibited Actions: You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information or software obtained from this website.

5. Third-Party Services & Links

The website may contain links to other websites or integration with third-party software platforms.

  • UpHeal: Our telehealth consultations are conducted via UpHeal. Your use of UpHeal is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

  • Stripe: Payment processing is handled securely through Stripe. We are not responsible for errors, disruptions, or financial disputes arising directly within Stripe’s processing systems.

  • Thrizer: We partner with Thrizer to help with your Out-Of-Network billing. We are not responsible for errors, disruptions, or financial disputes arising directly within Thrizer’s processing systems.

6. Indemnification & Limitation of Liability

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold Mary Haire LMFT harmless from any liability, loss, claim, and expense, including reasonable attorney's fees, related to your violation of this Agreement or use of the website.
The information and services on this website are provided on an "as-is" and "as available" basis. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Mary Haire LMFT shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, this website.

7. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be treated as though it were executed and performed in the State of California, and shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Privacy Policy & HIPAA Compliance Statement

Effective Date: April 30, 2026

Mary Haire LMFT is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This practice operates exclusively as a telehealth provider in the states of California and Florida. This statement outlines how your data is handled and protected in accordance with federal and state regulations.

Emergency Medical Disclaimer

This website and telehealth practice do not handle emergency medical or mental health crises. If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical or mental health emergency, or if you are in immediate danger of hurting yourself or others, please call 911 or 988 immediately to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or go to the nearest emergency room.

1. Privacy Practices & Information Collection

We collect information to provide high-quality virtual care and to ensure our website remains mobile-friendly and easy to use on phones and tablets.

  • Personal Data: We collect names, phone numbers, and email addresses when you fill out website contact forms.

  • Health Data: Any health history or clinical information shared during your intake or sessions is strictly protected.

  • Website Usage: We collect minimal, anonymous technical data to optimize website performance on mobile devices.

2. HIPAA Compliance & Telehealth Services

This practice strictly adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to safeguard your Protected Health Information (PHI).

  • Secure Telehealth Platform: All virtual sessions, audio/video transmissions, and digital notes are conducted exclusively through UpHeal, a secure, encrypted, and HIPAA-compliant platform.

  • Data Security: Your clinical records and data are stored using bank-grade encryption with strict access controls.

  • Sharing Limitations: We never sell, rent, or share your personal or health data with third parties for marketing purposes.

  • Your Rights: You have the right to inspect your records, request amendments, and restrict how your health information is disclosed.

3. Payment Processing

Payment transactions are processed securely to ensure your financial data is protected.

  • Third-Party Processor: We use Stripe to securely process credit and debit card transactions.

  • Financial Data Security: Your full payment details are encrypted directly through Stripe and are never stored on our website servers.

  • Thrizer: We partner with Thrizer to help with your Out-Of-Network billing. We are not responsible for errors, disruptions, or financial disputes arising directly within Thrizer’s processing systems.

4. State-Specific Protections

Our practices align with the privacy laws of the states where services are legally rendered.

  • California: We comply with the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable to telehealth.

  • Florida: We adhere to the Florida Electronic Health Records Exchange Act and state telehealth regulations regarding patient data safety.

5. Questions and Contact Information

If you have any questions about this policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact Mary Haire directly using the contact methods below. We make every effort to respond to all privacy-related email inquiries within 48 hours.