Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: 09.01.2026

Welcome to the website of Ryan Israel ("the Practice"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of the site immediately.

1. No Professional-Client Relationship

The information provided on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only. Accessing this site, submitting a contact form, or sending an email to Ryan Israel does not create a formal therapist-client or attorney-client relationship. A professional relationship is only established after a formal intake process and the signing of a clinical Informed Consent agreement.

2. Not a Substitute for Medical Advice

The content on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.

3. Emergency Disclaimer

This website is not monitored 24/7 and is not intended for use during a crisis. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please contact the appropriate emergency services immediately:

UK: Call 999 or 111.
USA: Call 911 or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, logos, and bespoke therapeutic descriptions—is the property of Ryan Israel and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content for commercial purposes without express written permission.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ryan Israel shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising out of your use of this website. This includes, but is not limited to, reliance on any information provided on the site or technical issues with the Wix hosting platform.

6. External Links and EAP Providers

This website may feature logos or links to third-party providers (e.g., Optum, Spring Health, Evernorth). These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

7. Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the United Kingdom, as applicable to the delivery of services in those respective jurisdictions.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Ryan Israel, LCSW, LICSW at ryan@greatlakespsychotherapy.com