Disclaimer

Last Updated: March 18, 2026

Welcome to the websites of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz. This Disclaimer applies to both resilienceinformedtherapy.com and drarielleschwartz.com (collectively, “our websites”) and governs your use of any content, services, or resources provided on or through them. Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using our websites.

Informational Purposes Only:

1. The content on our websites is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should it be taken as, personalized psychological, therapeutic, medical, or clinical advice. The information presented here is not a substitute for professional mental health care or medical treatment.

No Therapist-Client Relationship:

2. Your use of our websites, including reading its content, sending emails through contact forms, or participating in general inquiries, does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Dr. Arielle Schwartz, any of the listed practitioners (Amy Annesley, LCSW, Shyamaa M. Creaven, PhD, Dr. Ilene Naomi Rusk, Joy Dyanne Stearns, Elizabeth A. Haselwood, PMHNP-BC), or other clinicians at the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®. A formal therapist-client relationship can only be established through a mutual agreement after an initial consultation, comprehensive assessment, and signing of a professional service agreement.

Not a Substitute for Professional Care:

3. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, or require diagnosis or treatment, please consult with a qualified and licensed mental health professional or medical doctor. Do not delay seeking professional advice or disregard professional medical advice based on information found on our websites. For emergencies, please call 911 or your local emergency number.

Professional Development vs. Therapy:

4. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz, through our websites, may offer both direct therapeutic services and professional development initiatives, such as on-demand and live courses, webinars, consultation and mentorship groups, and retreats. It is critical to understand the distinction:

  • Therapeutic Services: These involve individualized assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for mental health conditions, provided within a confidential, HIPAA-compliant therapeutic relationship.
  • Professional Development/Consultation: Initiatives like the “Beyond Trauma” retreats, “Trauma Treatment Certification Retreats,” and Integrative EMDR consultation groups are designed for professional growth, skill development, and peer collaboration among clinicians or individuals seeking educational enrichment. They are not therapy, clinical supervision, or a substitute for personal therapy. While the environment is supportive, it does not constitute a therapeutic relationship or offer individual client treatment.

Confidentiality Limitations:

5. Communications through our websites (e.g., contact forms) are not encrypted or confidential. Please do not share sensitive or Protected Health Information (PHI) via these channels. Once a formal therapeutic relationship is established, strict confidentiality protocols apply, as detailed in our Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP). However, there are legal limits to confidentiality, including situations involving:

  • Imminent risk of harm to yourself or others.
  • Suspected child or elder abuse.
  • Court orders.
  • (Note: Specific reporting requirements vary by state. Consult with an attorney in your state for precise wording.)

No Warranties:

6. The information on our websites is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz make no representations or warranties in relation to the accuracy, completeness, currency, suitability, or reliability of the information and content found on our websites. While we strive to provide up-to-date and accurate information, we cannot guarantee its applicability to your specific circumstances.

User Responsibility & Assumption of Risk:

7. Any reliance you place on the information found on our websites is strictly at your own risk. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature arising from or in connection with the use of our websites or the information contained herein. You are responsible for independently verifying any information before relying on it.

External Links:

8. Our websites may contain links to other websites or resources provided by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience only. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz have no control over the contents of those sites or resources and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

Affiliate Disclosure & External Courses:

9. Our websites, operated by the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz, may contain links to external courses, training programs (e.g., PESI, The Embody Lab, and other educational providers), books, or other resources. Some of these links may be “affiliate links.”

Our practitioners may participate in affiliate programs with various organizations. This means that when you click on an affiliate link from our websites and make a purchase, one of our practitioners and/or the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® (including Dr. Arielle Schwartz) may receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate links are utilized for:

  • Courses and trainings that our practitioners (including Dr. Arielle Schwartz) teach or to which they directly contribute; and
  • Courses, trainings, or products that our practitioners (including Dr. Arielle Schwartz) have reviewed or believe may be beneficial based on their professional experience and assessment of their relevance and quality, even when they are not directly involved as instructors. These recommendations are provided in good faith and are based on our practitioners’ professional experience and/or assessment of the relevance and quality of the resources.

Important Considerations:

  • No Endorsement, Guarantee, or Therapeutic Relationship: While we only share resources we believe in, a link or mention does not constitute a formal endorsement, a guarantee of specific outcomes, or an assurance of the content’s quality, accuracy, or clinical efficacy. Engaging with these external courses or resources does not establish a therapeutic relationship with the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®, Dr. Arielle Schwartz, or any of our practitioners, nor does it provide personalized professional, medical, or mental health advice. The content from these external entities is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional mental health assessment, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed professional.
  • Independent Entities: External course providers (like PESI) are independent entities. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®, Dr. Arielle Schwartz, or our practitioners are not responsible for their curriculum, billing, CEU processing, or data privacy practices. Any issues with a course or product must be resolved directly with the provider.

Transparency & Your Choice:

  • In accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, this disclosure is provided to ensure transparency about the financial relationships between our websites and third-party providers. You are under no obligation to use the affiliate links provided. If you prefer, you may access the courses or products directly by visiting the providers’ websites.
  • If you have any questions about this affiliate disclosure, please contact us at info@drarielleschwartz.com.

Changes to Disclaimer:

10. The Center for Resilience Informed Therapy® and Dr. Arielle Schwartz reserve the right to modify this Disclaimer at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

By using our websites, you agree to the terms of this Disclaimer.