Terms of Service
Effective Date: December, 2025
Welcome to the website of Holistic Counseling & Development Services, LLC (“HCDS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.
1. Use of this Website
This website is provided for informational purposes only. The content on this site is not intended to replace professional counseling, therapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Use of this website does not establish a therapist-client or counselor-client relationship between you and Holistic Counseling & Development Services, LLC or Michelle Moore, LCSW.
2. No Emergency or Crisis Services
This website is not intended for emergency use.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, emotional crisis, or are in immediate danger:
Call 911 (or your local emergency number), or
Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)
Please do not use this website, email, or contact forms for urgent or emergency situations.
3. Scheduling & Consultations
Scheduling a consultation through our website or calendar system does not guarantee services. All services are subject to professional availability, clinical appropriateness, and completion of required intake documentation.
We reserve the right to decline or discontinue services when clinically appropriate or required by law.
4. Telehealth Services
Some services may be provided via telehealth. By engaging in telehealth services, you acknowledge:
Telehealth may have limitations compared to in-person services
Technology issues may occasionally interrupt sessions
Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed in all electronic communications
You agree to comply with all telehealth policies provided during the intake process.
5. Confidentiality & Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected.
Please note that information submitted through website forms is not guaranteed to be secure and should not include highly sensitive personal or medical information.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, and design—is the property of Holistic Counseling & Development Services, LLC unless otherwise stated.
You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or use any content without prior written permission.
7. Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.
8. Website Availability & Changes
We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to this website. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website without notice.
Content may be updated at any time to reflect changes in services, laws, or professional standards.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Holistic Counseling & Development Services, LLC and Michelle Moore, LCSW shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of this website.
Use of this website is at your own risk.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:
Holistic Counseling & Development Services, LLC
246 E. Janata Blvd Suite 111 Lombard, IL 60148
1-888-620-8481
[email protected]
12. Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.