Disclaimer

Effective Date: April 1, 2021

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

The information provided on rebeccamccartneylcsw.com (the “Website”) is provided by Rebecca McCartney, LCSW for general educational and informational purposes.

I believe that accessible, accurate mental health information can be valuable. However, information found on this Website is not intended to replace individualized evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or professional mental health care.

Information Is Educational, Not Individualized Treatment

Articles, blog posts, worksheets, exercises, educational materials, and other resources available through this Website are intended for general educational purposes.

They are not individualized mental health advice or treatment.

Mental health concerns and treatment needs differ from person to person. A strategy or resource that may be helpful for one person may not be appropriate for another.

If you have questions or concerns about your mental health, please consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional who can evaluate your individual circumstances.

No Therapist-Client Relationship

Viewing this Website, reading its content, downloading a resource, submitting a contact form, sending an email, or otherwise interacting with the Website does not create a therapist-client relationship with Rebecca McCartney, LCSW.

A therapist-client relationship is established only through the Practice’s formal intake, evaluation, informed-consent, and treatment process.

No Diagnosis

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as a diagnosis of a mental health condition or other health condition.

Online information cannot take the place of a comprehensive assessment conducted by a qualified professional.

No Guarantee of Outcomes

Psychotherapy and other mental health services are individualized. Outcomes vary from person to person.

Information about therapeutic approaches, techniques, exercises, or services on this Website should not be understood as a promise or guarantee of a particular result.

Crisis and Emergency Disclaimer

This Website is not intended for emergencies or crisis situations.

Website contact forms, email, and other electronic communications should not be relied upon for urgent mental health concerns. Electronic messages may not be reviewed or answered immediately.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, believe you are in immediate danger, or are concerned that you may harm yourself or someone else:

• Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department;

• Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline; or

• Contact an appropriate emergency or crisis service in your local area.

If you are outside the United States, contact your local emergency services or an appropriate crisis resource in your country.

Use of Worksheets and Other Resources

Worksheets, exercises, and other resources available through this Website are provided for educational purposes.

Using a worksheet or completing an exercise does not constitute therapy or establish a therapist-client relationship.

If an exercise or resource causes significant distress or you have concerns about whether it is appropriate for you, discontinue use and consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Third-Party Resources

The Website may include references or links to external organizations, websites, books, articles, services, or other resources.

These resources are provided for informational purposes and do not necessarily constitute an endorsement or recommendation.

I do not control the content, accuracy, availability, privacy practices, or security of third-party resources.

Electronic Communication

Please do not use website forms or ordinary email to send detailed information about your mental health, diagnosis, trauma history, medications, treatment history, or other highly sensitive information unless you have specifically been instructed to do so.

Electronic communication may involve privacy and security risks.

For information about the collection and use of information through this Website, please review the Privacy Policy.

For information regarding protected health information associated with therapy services, please refer to the Practice’s Notice of Privacy Practices, where applicable.

Professional Information

Information on this Website regarding my education, licensure, professional experience, therapeutic approaches, areas of practice, and services is provided for general informational purposes.

Descriptions of services or therapeutic approaches do not guarantee that a particular service, treatment approach, or intervention will be appropriate for any individual.

Changes to This Disclaimer

I may update this Disclaimer as the Website, services, technology, or applicable requirements change.

The most current version will be posted on this page with the applicable “Last Updated” date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Disclaimer, please contact:

Rebecca McCartney, LCSW

Email: rebeccamccartneylcsw@gmail.com

Phone: 713-635-9742

Website: www.rebeccamccartneylcsw.com