Last updated April 2024

McBain Counseling & Relationship Services, PLLC (“company”, “I”, “we” or “us”) abides by the following Social Media Policy and Disclaimers. The term “you” refers to anyone who uses, visits and/or views www.mcbaincounseling.com (hereinafter the “website”).

By visiting and using this website or any social media page affiliated with the website (including Facebook and LinkedIn) you acknowledge, understand, and agree with the following Social Media Policy and Disclaimer:

The information contained on this page (www.mcbaincounseling.com), linked social media pages, and guest appearances on podcasts/or press/other media is for educational and informative purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional mental health, medical, legal, or other advice.

This content is not intended to be a replacement for therapy, diagnosis, treatment, advice, or psychological care. These accounts are intended to share interesting, educational, and/or informative content and resources related to mental health. Reliance on information provided on this website and linked pages (Facebook and LinkedIn) is solely at your own risk. Tristan McBain, PhD (www.mcbaincounseling.com) assumes no responsibility or risk for your use of this page. Tristan McBain, PhD is not liable for any advice or information provided on these sites, all of which is provided on an “as-is” basis, and assumes no liability for diagnosis, treatment, decisions, or actions made in reliance upon information contained on this page or other sites linked to www.mcbaincounseling.com. No warranties, either express or implied, are made on the information that is provided.

Legally and ethically, I am unable to provide diagnostic/therapeutic services via email, direct messages, likes, comments, or live appearances on social media websites. Any communication on these platforms (email, “contact,” “schedule free consultation,” direct messages, “live” interactions, comments, likes, follows, or reactions) does not constitute a therapeutic relationship and is not implied to be professional mental health, medical, legal, or other advice. These platforms are intended to provide education about mental health, psychology, and general therapy information. All communication is intended to be generalized educational information. These are not secure and encrypted platforms, so please do not share sensitive information. Please consult your doctor or mental health provider regarding support on your health and well-being.

If you are in a crisis, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency department. If you’re not in immediate danger, but would like someone to speak with, you can reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update our Social Media Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Social Media Policy on this page. We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this Social Media Policy & Disclaimer page. You are advised to review this Social Media Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Social Media Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

CONTACT

For any questions or comments regarding the Social Media Policy, please contact us at tmcbain@mcbaincounseling.com.