Terms of Service

Effective Date: September 12th, 2025

Last Updated: September 12th, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms," "Terms of Service") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Lorrie Ogren ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your access to and use of our website located at "lorrieogren.com" (the "Website" or "Site").

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to all terms and conditions contained herein, you are not authorized to access or use this Website and should discontinue use immediately.

These Terms of Service apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

Description of Services

Lorrie Ogren Integrative Therapy is operated by Lorrie Ogren, a licensed trauma therapist providing telehealth therapy services to residents of Wisconsin and Minnesota. This Website provides:

  • General information about trauma therapy and mental health topics
  • Educational resources and materials
  • Information about our therapeutic services
  • Contact information and scheduling resources

Important Notice: This Website is informational only and does not provide therapeutic services, medical advice, or establish any therapist-client relationship.

Eligibility and User Requirements

To use this Website, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
  • Agree to provide accurate and truthful information when contacting us
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited Uses

You may not use this Website:

Unlawful Activities

  • In any way that violates local, state, federal, or international laws or regulations
  • For any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose
  • To harass, abuse, or harm another person or group

Content Restrictions

  • To copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Website content without permission
  • To use automated systems (robots, spiders, scrapers) to access the Website
  • To attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website or related systems

Professional Boundary Violations

  • To seek emergency mental health services or crisis intervention
  • To request therapeutic advice or treatment through the Website
  • To share confidential or sensitive personal health information

Technical Restrictions

  • To transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • To interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
  • To circumvent security measures or authentication procedures

Intellectual Property Rights

You may not use this Website:

Our Content

All content on this Website, including but not limited to:

  • Text, articles, and blog posts
  • Images, graphics, and photographs
  • Logo and branding materials
  • Website design and layout
  • Educational resources and materials

Is the exclusive intellectual property of Lorrie Ogren and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website content solely for personal, informational purposes. This license does not include the right to:

  • Reproduce or distribute content commercially
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works
  • Use content for training or educational programs
  • Remove copyright notices or proprietary markings

User-Generated Content

Contact Forms and Communications

When you contact us through the Website, you grant us permission to:

  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Store your contact information for legitimate business purposes

Prohibited Content

You may not submit content that is:

  • Confidential health information or protected health information (PHI)
  • Defamatory, threatening, or harassing
  • Infringing on intellectual property rights
  • Illegal or promoting illegal activities
  • Spam, commercial solicitation, or advertising

Website Availability and Technical Issues

No Guarantee of Availability

We strive to maintain Website availability but make no guarantees regarding:

  • Continuous, uninterrupted access to the Website
  • Error-free operation or functionality
  • Compatibility with all devices or browsers
  • Speed or performance of the Website

Maintenance and Updates

We reserve the right to:

  • Temporarily suspend Website access for maintenance
  • Modify, update, or discontinue Website features
  • Change the Website structure or content at our discretion

Third-Party Links and Services

External Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services. These links are provided for convenience only. We:

  • Do not endorse or recommend linked third-party content
  • Are not responsible for third-party content, services, or privacy practices
  • Encourage you to review third-party terms and privacy policies

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for:

  • Website hosting and technical support

These services operate under their own terms and privacy policies.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

No Warranty

This Website and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content
  • Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Lorrie Ogren Integrative Therapy and Lorrie Ogren shall not be liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Personal injury or property damage arising from Website use
  • Damages arising from third-party actions or content

Maximum Liability: In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid to access this Website (which is zero for general Website use).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lorrie Ogren Integrative Therapy, Lorrie Ogren, and our affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Website
  • Your violation of these Terms of Service
  • Your infringement of any intellectual property rights
  • Your submission of prohibited content or information

Professional and Legal Compliance

Licensing Information

Lorrie Ogren is licensed to provide mental health therapy services in:

  • Wisconsin: LPC
  • Minnesota: LPCC

Scope of Website Services

This Website provides informational services only and:

  • Does not establish a therapist-client relationship
  • Does not provide therapeutic, medical, or professional advice
  • Does not constitute the practice of psychology or mental health treatment
  • Is not intended for use in emergency situations

Geographic Limitations

Information on this Website is intended for residents of Wisconsin and Minnesota. Laws and professional practices may vary by jurisdiction.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using this Website, you also agree to our Privacy Policy.

Modification to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time, with or without notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website with an updated "Last Modified" date.

Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to modified Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website.

Termination

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Misuse of the Website or its content
  • Prohibited or unlawful activities
  • Technical or security concerns

Termination by You

You may terminate your use of the Website at any time by simply discontinuing access.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to access and use the Website ceases immediately
  • Any data or content you submitted may be deleted
  • Provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability survive termination

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Wisconsin.

Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal legal action, we encourage you to contact us to seek informal resolution of any disputes.

Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision in these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without your consent. You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our written consent.

Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any delay or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, or technical failures.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Lorrie Ogren Integrative Therapy

Lorrie Ogren, MA, LPC, LPCC

Licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota

Phone: 1-715-333-3446

Website: https://lorrieogren.com

For HIPAA-related privacy concerns regarding protected health information, please refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices or contact us using the information above.

Acknowledgment: By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on September 12th, 2025 and is effective as of September 12th, 2025.