Disclaimer
Brad's services are intended for personal growth, reflection, mentorship, and support. They are not a substitute for licensed therapy, medical care, psychological treatment, or mental health services.
Not Licensed Therapy
Brad Smith is not a licensed therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, physician, or other licensed healthcare provider. He does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical, psychological, or mental health conditions.
Adult Counseling, Youth Counseling, coaching sessions, and workshops are offered in a non-clinical capacity and should not be understood as therapy or medical treatment.
If you are experiencing symptoms that may require professional mental health care, including severe anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts, or other serious mental health concerns, please seek support from a licensed mental health professional or medical provider.
Scope of Services
Brad's work focuses on reflective conversation, mentorship, guidance, and support. Sessions may explore personal growth, relationships, life transitions, creativity, values, meaning, faith, and decision-making.
The perspectives and guidance offered during sessions are meant to support reflection and self-understanding. They do not constitute medical, psychological, legal, financial, or professional advice of any kind.
Client Responsibility
Clients are responsible for their own well-being, decisions, and actions before, during, and after sessions. Participation in counseling, coaching, or workshops does not guarantee specific results.
Growth depends on many factors, including personal effort, circumstances, and life experience. Brad does not make promises or guarantees about outcomes.
Referrals
If Brad determines that a client's needs fall outside the scope of his services, he will say so honestly and recommend appropriate support. He maintains a network of trusted licensed professionals and can offer referrals when needed.
Confidentiality
What you share in sessions stays between you and Brad. Information is treated with care and respect.
Confidentiality has limits in situations involving risk of harm to oneself or others, abuse, neglect, or other circumstances where disclosure is required by law.
Youth Services and Parental Awareness
For youth counseling, parents or legal guardians retain responsibility for their child's care and well-being. Brad's role is supportive and mentorship-based, not clinical or therapeutic.
Expectations around communication with parents or guardians are discussed before services begin.
Website Content
The information on this website is for informational purposes only. Reading or interacting with this content does not establish a counseling, coaching, or professional relationship.
A Note Before You Begin
By engaging with Brad's services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this disclaimer and agree to participate with a clear understanding of its scope and limitations.
If you have questions about whether Brad's services are right for your situation, please reach out before scheduling. Brad is happy to talk it through.