WEBSITE DISCLAIMER
Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC
Effective Date: 01/9/2026
Last Updated: 01/9/2026
INTRODUCTION
This Website is owned and operated by Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC ("Practice," "we," "us," or "our"), a professional mental health counseling practice based in Indiana.
This Disclaimer, together with our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices, governs your access to and use of www.rootstorisecounseling.com, including any content, functionality, information, and services offered on or through the Website (collectively, the "Website").
Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using the Website.
By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Disclaimer. If you do not agree to this Disclaimer, you must not access or use the Website.
1. FOR INFORMATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY
The information contained on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, blog posts, articles, videos, and other materials (collectively, the "Content"), is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.
The Content is designed to:
- Provide information about our therapeutic services
- Help potential clients understand our approach to therapy
- Offer educational resources about mental health topics
- Describe the types of issues we address in therapy
The Company assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the Content on the Website.
2. NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH CARE
CRITICAL NOTICE: The information contained on this Website is NOT intended as, and shall NOT be understood or construed as, professional mental health advice, therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or treatment.
NOTHING ON THIS WEBSITE:
- Constitutes professional therapeutic advice or treatment
- Should be used as a substitute for professional mental health care
- Should be used as a substitute for medical advice from a physician
- Creates a therapist-client relationship
- Replaces consultation with a qualified mental health professional who is aware of your specific situation
The Content on this Website relates to mental health topics within Teresa Grechenkov's area of professional expertise. However, this information is general in nature and cannot take into account your individual circumstances, symptoms, history, or needs.
ANY ACTION TAKEN BASED ON THE CONTENT OF THIS WEBSITE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION, RISK, AND LIABILITY.
We strongly recommend that you seek advice from a qualified mental health professional regarding your specific situation.
3. NO THERAPIST-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP
Your use of this Website, including:
- Reading Content on the Website
- Downloading materials or resources
- Submitting contact forms
- Viewing videos or educational materials
- Subscribing to newsletters or email communications
DOES NOT create a therapist-client relationship between you and Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC, or Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW.
A professional therapeutic relationship is established only when:
- You complete an intake process
- A formal therapy agreement is signed
- You attend scheduled therapy sessions
- Payment arrangements are made
Until a formal therapeutic relationship has been established through these steps, no confidentiality protections apply to communications made through this Website.
4. NOT AN EMERGENCY OR CRISIS SERVICE
THIS WEBSITE IS NOT A CRISIS CENTER AND DOES NOT PROVIDE EMERGENCY OR CRISIS INTERVENTION SERVICES.
DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis, or if you are having thoughts of harming yourself or others, DO NOT use this Website to seek help. Instead:
CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY
OR CONTACT:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Go to your nearest emergency room
- Contact your local mobile crisis team
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS:
Do not use the contact forms, email, or other communication methods on this Website to communicate about emergencies or urgent mental health concerns. These communications are not monitored 24/7 and are not appropriate for emergency situations.
RESPONSE TIME:
We do not provide immediate responses to Website inquiries. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response during business hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM). Messages received after hours or on weekends will be responded to on the next business day.
5. NO GUARANTEES OF RESULTS OR OUTCOMES
IMPORTANT: We make NO guarantees, representations, or warranties about the results or outcomes of therapy or mental health treatment.
You recognize and acknowledge that:
- Every person's situation is unique
- Mental health treatment outcomes vary significantly from person to person
- Success in therapy depends on many factors including your commitment, participation, circumstances, and other variables beyond our control
- Past results or testimonials (if any) do not guarantee similar outcomes for you
- The effectiveness of therapy cannot be predicted or guaranteed
While we strive to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic services, we cannot and do not promise, guarantee, or warrant:
- Specific results or outcomes
- Resolution of particular symptoms or problems
- Achievement of specific therapeutic goals
- Any particular benefit from using our services
Therapy is a collaborative process that requires active participation, honesty, and commitment. Your results will depend on your individual circumstances and efforts.
6. ACCURACY OF INFORMATION
CONTENT ACCURACY:
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on this Website is accurate, current, and complete, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about:
- The completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the Content
- The availability or operation of the Website
- That the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
The field of mental health is constantly evolving with new research, treatments, and best practices. Information on this Website may become outdated and may not reflect the most current research or clinical guidelines.
ERRORS AND OMISSIONS:
The Website may contain technical inaccuracies, typographical errors, or other errors or omissions. We reserve the right to correct any errors or omissions and to change or update information at any time without prior notice.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK:
Your use of any information or materials on this Website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable.
7. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
By using this Website, you accept full personal responsibility for:
- Your actions and decisions
- Any consequences that may result from information obtained through this Website
- Seeking appropriate professional help when needed
- Your mental health and wellbeing
You agree that:
- You will not rely solely on information from this Website for important decisions affecting your mental health
- You will seek professional mental health care when appropriate
- You will use sound judgment and due diligence before implementing any suggestions or information found on this Website
- You understand the limitations of information provided through a website
- You will not hold the Practice or its professionals liable for outcomes resulting from your use of information on this Website
You acknowledge that your ultimate wellbeing and recovery are influenced by numerous factors including:
- Your individual circumstances
- Your commitment to treatment
- Your support system
- Other health conditions
- Life circumstances
- Factors beyond the knowledge or control of the Practice
8. MEDICAL AND PSYCHIATRIC CONDITIONS
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:
Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and provides mental health counseling services. She is NOT a physician and does not:
- Provide medical diagnosis or treatment
- Prescribe medications
- Conduct physical examinations
- Provide emergency medical services
If you have or suspect you may have a medical or psychiatric condition that requires medication or medical intervention, you should consult with a:
- Physician
- Psychiatrist
- Other qualified medical professional
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT:
We do not provide medication management services. If you are taking psychiatric medications or believe you may need medication, you must work with a physician or psychiatrist who can prescribe and monitor medications.
SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESS:
If you have been diagnosed with or suspect you may have serious mental illness (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe major depression), you may require specialized care beyond what can be provided through our practice. We may refer you to more appropriate services if we determine that your needs exceed our scope of practice.
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES:
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. Do not rely on this Website or attempt to contact us through this Website for medical emergencies.
9. SCOPE OF PRACTICE
Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW, is licensed to provide mental health counseling services in the State of Indiana only.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Our services are limited to:
- Individual therapy for adults
- Family therapy
- Couples therapy (within scope of practice)
- Mental health counseling and psychotherapy
- Services that fall within the scope of practice for Licensed Clinical Social Workers in Indiana
SERVICES NOT PROVIDED:
We do NOT provide:
- Crisis intervention or emergency services
- Medication management or prescription services
- Court-ordered evaluations or therapy
- Forensic evaluations
- Custody evaluations or recommendations
- Disability determinations
- Expert witness testimony
- Letters for emotional support animals (ESAs)
- Services to individuals residing outside of Indiana
- In-person therapy services (we are a virtual-only practice)
If you need services outside our scope of practice, we will provide appropriate referrals when possible.
10. TELEHEALTH LIMITATIONS
All therapy services provided by Roots to Rise Counseling are delivered via telehealth (virtual sessions).
TELEHEALTH LIMITATIONS:
You acknowledge and understand that telehealth has inherent limitations, including:
- Technology may fail or be interrupted
- Internet connections may be unreliable
- Visual and audio quality may be compromised
- The therapist cannot conduct physical examinations
- The therapist cannot provide immediate in-person intervention in emergencies
- Security of internet communications cannot be absolutely guaranteed
APPROPRIATENESS:
Telehealth is not appropriate for all clients or all situations. If we determine that your needs cannot be adequately addressed through telehealth, we will discuss this with you and provide appropriate referrals.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
You are responsible for ensuring you have appropriate technology, internet access, and a private location for sessions. We are not responsible for technical difficulties on your end that prevent or disrupt sessions.
11. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT AND LINKS
EXTERNAL LINKS:
This Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC.
We provide these links for your convenience, but:
- We have no control over third-party content
- We do not endorse or assume responsibility for third-party content
- We make no representations or warranties about third-party websites
- Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk
- Third-party websites are governed by their own terms and privacy policies
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Any mention of specific products, services, books, resources, or other third parties on this Website does not constitute an endorsement. We are not responsible for the quality, accuracy, or appropriateness of third-party content.
USER-GENERATED CONTENT:
If this Website allows comments, testimonials, or other user-generated content, such content represents the views of the individual users and not necessarily the views of Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC. We are not responsible for user-generated content.
12. NO LEGAL, FINANCIAL, OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE
The Content on this Website is limited to mental health counseling topics and does NOT constitute:
- Legal advice
- Financial advice
- Medical advice (beyond mental health counseling)
- Career counseling or vocational advice
- Educational or academic advice
- Relationship advice outside the context of therapy
If you need advice in these areas, you should consult with appropriately qualified professionals.
13. PRIVACY AND SECURITY
While we implement security measures to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
WEBSITE COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications through this Website (including contact forms and email) are NOT SECURE and should not be used to transmit sensitive or confidential information about your mental health.
Once a therapeutic relationship is established, we will use secure, HIPAA-compliant communication methods.
For complete information about how we collect, use, and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices.
14. TESTIMONIALS AND REVIEWS
Any testimonials, reviews, or success stories on this Website (if present) represent individual experiences and do not guarantee similar results for you.
You acknowledge that:
- Individual results vary
- Testimonials are not representative of what all clients will achieve
- Your own results will depend on your unique circumstances
- Past performance does not predict future results
Testimonials may not reflect the typical client experience and should not be the sole basis for your decision to seek therapy.
15. CHANGES TO CONTENT
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, update, or discontinue any Content on this Website at any time without notice
- Change our services, policies, or procedures
- Update this Disclaimer periodically
Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.
16. NO LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES:
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:
- Implied warranties of merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy
- Completeness
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC, Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW, and any of our employees, contractors, or affiliates shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from your use of this Website, including but not limited to:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or other intangibles
- Damages resulting from your reliance on information on this Website
- Damages resulting from errors or omissions in Website Content
- Damages resulting from viruses or other harmful components
- Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your information
This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
EXCEPTION:
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
17. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC, Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW, and any of our employees, contractors, agents, or affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:
- Your use of this Website
- Your violation of this Disclaimer
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any harm you experience from using or misusing information on this Website
18. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All Content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC, or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, perform, or use any Content from this Website for commercial purposes without our express written permission.
For personal, non-commercial use, you may print or download Content for your own reference, provided you do not modify the Content and you keep all copyright and other proprietary notices intact.
19. GOVERNING LAW
This Disclaimer is governed by the laws of the State of Indiana, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Disclaimer or your use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Kosciusko County, Indiana.
20. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Disclaimer is found to be unenforceable or invalid under any applicable law, such unenforceability or invalidity shall not render this Disclaimer unenforceable or invalid as a whole. Such provision shall be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions herein.
21. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Disclaimer, together with our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC, regarding your use of this Website.
22. QUESTIONS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Disclaimer or the Website, please contact:
Roots to Rise Counseling, LLC
Teresa Grechenkov, LCSW
Email: teresagrechenkov25@rootstorisecounseling.com
Phone: (574) 465-6996
Address:
3600 Commerce Drive, U.S. Hwy 30 #1041
Warsaw, IN 46580
Website: www.rootstorisecounseling.com
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS DISCLAIMER.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THIS DISCLAIMER, YOU MUST NOT USE THIS WEBSITE.
Last Updated: 01/9/2026
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