Terms of Service

Effective Date: August 27, 2025

Welcome to Embracing Empowerment. By using this website or engaging with our services, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. General Information

  • This website is operated by Embracing Empowerment, Ciera Brown, LCSW.

  • The information on this site is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  • If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. You may also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S.

2. Use of Website

By accessing this website, you agree to use it in a lawful and respectful manner. You agree not to:

  • Use the website for unlawful purposes.

  • Attempt to disrupt, damage, or interfere with the website’s security.

  • Share misleading, harmful, or offensive content through any contact forms.

3. Therapy Services

  • Therapy services are provided only to clients located in states where Ciera Brown, LCSW, is licensed to practice.

  • Services are offered by appointment only and may be conducted through secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms.

  • No client-therapist relationship is established by visiting this website. A therapeutic relationship begins only after both parties agree to services and complete the necessary intake paperwork.

4. Payment & Cancellation Policy

  • Fees for services will be discussed prior to scheduling and are due at the time of service unless otherwise agreed.

  • Cancellations and reschedules typically require 24 hours  notice to avoid being charged a cancellation fee.

  • No-show or late cancellation fees are the responsibility of the client.

5. Confidentiality

All client information shared during therapy sessions is confidential, except where disclosure is required by law or professional ethical guidelines (such as risk of harm to self or others, or in cases of abuse/neglect). Please review our Privacy Policy for more details.

6. Limitation of Liability

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that Embracing Empowerment and Ciera Brown, LCSW, are not responsible for:

  • Any decisions you make based on website content.

  • Any damages resulting from use or misuse of website information.

  • Technical issues, delays, or interruptions that may affect access.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any linked sites.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact:

Embracing Empowerment
Ciera Brown, LCSW
Email: support@embracing-empowerment.com
Phone: (317) 662-4853