These terms explain how you may use the website of The Vernon Practice Psychiatrist, what the content on this site covers, and important limits on liability. By using the site you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Scope of these terms
We provide information about our psychiatry services, including anxiety therapy, depression therapy, mood disorder therapy, OCD therapy and ADHD therapy. The content on this website is for general information and educational purposes. It does not create a clinician patient relationship and it is not a substitute for individualized clinical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment.
No binding contract or clinical advice
Nothing on this site constitutes an offer, promise, or agreement to deliver clinical services. Descriptions of services and availability are informational. A formal agreement for care requires a direct conversation and an in person or telehealth intake with our clinicians. Medical or clinical decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified clinician and based on a full evaluation.
Intellectual property and permitted use
The text, images, logos and other content on this site are owned or licensed by The Vernon Practice Psychiatrist. You may view, print and save pages from the site for your personal, noncommercial use as long as you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit or distribute any material from the site for any commercial purpose without our written permission.
Third party links and content
We may link to third party websites for convenience, reference or to cite authoritative sources. We do not control those sites and we do not endorse or guarantee their content. Links are provided for the user only. If you follow a link, you do so at your own risk and you should review the third party site terms and privacy practices.
Accuracy and changes to content
We aim to keep site content accurate and useful, but we do not promise that all content is complete, current or free of errors. We may add, change or remove content at any time without notice. Clinical approaches and best practices evolve, and information on this site reflects general principles rather than a detailed care plan for any individual.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Vernon Practice Psychiatrist and our affiliates are not liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential losses that arise from use of the site, or from reliance on site content. Our total liability for direct damages related to the site is limited to the extent permitted by applicable law. These limitations apply regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort or otherwise.
Privacy and confidentiality
Use of the website is subject to our privacy practices. The site is not a secure means to send personal health information. Do not share sensitive medical details through general site forms or public areas. If you need to send protected health information, follow the directions provided by our office when you are an established patient.
Governing law and disputes
These terms are governed by the laws of New York. Any dispute arising out of or related to these terms will be resolved under New York law. Nothing in these terms limits rights that cannot be waived under applicable law.
We aim for clear, respectful communication. If you have questions about these terms, please review our About page or our Services pages for more context, or consult an attorney for legal questions.
Key takeaway
These terms set the rules for using this website, clarify that online content is informational and not a clinical contract, and explain limits on liability and ownership of site content under New York law.
Frequently asked questions
Do these terms create a clinician patient relationship?
No. Information on the site does not create a clinician patient relationship. Clinical care requires a direct assessment that is separate from website content.
Can I rely on the clinical information here for diagnosis or treatment?
The site provides general information and education. It is not a substitute for an individualized clinical evaluation and treatment plan from a qualified clinician.
Who owns the content on the site?
The Vernon Practice Psychiatrist owns or licenses the content on this site. You may use content for personal, noncommercial purposes while preserving copyright notices.
What about links to other websites?
We may link to reputable external resources for convenience. Those sites have their own terms and privacy practices, and we are not responsible for their content.
Which law applies to these terms?
These terms are governed by the laws of New York. That is the jurisdiction that applies to disputes about the site and these terms.