Last Updated: April 3, 2026

1. Introduction and Agreement

Welcome to Pacific Pines Counseling ("Practice," "we," "us," or "our"). These Website Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website located at pacificpines.com (the "Site"), including any associated subpages, blog posts, or digital resources provided by Pacific Pines Counseling LLC, including pacificpinescounseling.com, pacificpinestherapy.com, and pacificpineswellness.com.

By accessing, viewing, or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately exit this Site and refrain from using any content or services herein. These Terms may be updated at any time; it is your responsibility to review them periodically for changes.

2. No Medical or Therapeutic Relationship

IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY WARNING: If you are seeking medical attention, experiencing a mental health crisis, or feel that you are a danger to yourself or others, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room. Do not rely on this website for urgent care.

• Informational Purpose Only: This Site and its content are provided strictly for informational, educational, and marketing purposes. The information contained herein is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice, psychological diagnosis, treatment plans, or a recommendation to engage in any specific course of action.

• No Therapist-Client Relationship: Your use of this Site, including reading content, sending emails, or filling out contact forms, does not create a therapist-client relationship, nor does it establish a privileged communication under the law. A professional therapeutic relationship is only established through a formal written agreement signed by both parties after an initial consultation.

• Individual Circumstances: The application of any principles discussed on this Site varies according to individual circumstances. You should not act upon information found here without first seeking advice from a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

License Grant: Pacific Pines Counseling grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only. You are not permitted to download, modify, reproduce, distribute, sell, resell, or create derivative works from any part of this Site without our express written consent.

Copyright: All content on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, videos, software, and the compilation of all such materials—is the exclusive property of Pacific Pines Counseling or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

• Your Rights: You may not frame our website, use meta tags to hide our trademarks, or utilize any portion of our content without prior written permission.

• Trademarks: All names, logos, slogans, and service marks appearing on the Site are proprietary to Pacific Pines Counseling. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

4. Electronic Communications and Submissions

Nature of Communication: By contacting us via email or web forms, you agree that we may communicate with you electronically. You consent to receive emails from us regarding our services, appointments, or practice updates.

Confidentiality Warning (Crucial):We do not guarantee the security or confidentiality of information transmitted through this website. Email and web forms are not encrypted by default and are susceptible to interception.

• No Confidentiality: Sending a message via this Site does not create a confidential relationship. Do not include sensitive personal health information (PHI) in initial contact messages. If you need to discuss private matters, please call our office directly at 253-540-5358 during business hours.

• Submissions: Any feedback, questions, or suggestions ("Submissions") you send us may be used by us for any purpose without compensation or obligation to respond. By submitting content, you grant us the right to use your name and likeness in connection with our promotional materials (unless otherwise requested).

5. Privacy and HIPAA Compliance

Our use of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy (available at https://pacificpines.com/privacy-policy), which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

• HIPAA Notice: This website does not constitute a "covered entity" under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for the purpose of transmitting unencrypted data. For full details on how we protect your health information during formal treatment, please review our Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request.

• Third-Party Links: This Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., insurance directories, resource hubs). We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or security.

6. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimer

"As Is" Basis: The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

No Liability for Damages: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Pacific Pines Counseling shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use of this Site;

• Any reliance on information provided on this Site;

• Errors or omissions in the content;

• Interruptions in service due to technical failures.

No Warranty of Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, medical and psychological knowledge evolves. We make no guarantee that all information on this Site is current, complete, or applicable to your specific situation.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Pacific Pines Counseling, its owners, staff, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of:

• Your use of the Site;

• Your violation of these Terms;

• Any breach of your representations and warranties herein.

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction: Any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Pierce County, Washington. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of these courts and waive any objections regarding venue or forum non conveniens.

9. Modifications and Termination

We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. We also reserve the right to terminate your access to the Site for any reason, with or without cause, at our sole discretion.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Pacific Pines Counseling LLC

Mailing Address:
522 W Riverside Ave, Ste N
Spokane, WA 99201

Phone: 253-540-5358

Email: hello@pacificpines.com

Website: https://pacificpines.com