Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ClearForge Works Ltd ("we", "us", "our") regarding your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services.

About Our Services

ClearForge Works provides professional psychology and personal development consultation services to individuals in the United Kingdom. Our services are provided by qualified, registered practitioners who adhere to professional ethical standards and codes of conduct.

The information on this website is for general informational purposes. It does not constitute professional advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes related to learning about and accessing our services. This includes:

• Browsing information about our services
• Contacting us with inquiries
• Booking consultations if you become a client

Prohibited Use

You must not use our website:

• In any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations
• To transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful data
• To attempt unauthorized access to any part of the website or related systems
• To collect or harvest personal information about other users
• To impersonate any person or entity
• To interfere with or disrupt the website or servers

Service Terms and Conditions

Engagement of Services

When you engage our professional services, a separate service agreement will be established outlining specific terms related to confidentiality, fees, cancellation policies, and professional boundaries. Those terms supplement these general website terms.

Professional Relationship

The therapeutic relationship is governed by professional ethical codes including those of the British Psychological Society and UK Council for Psychotherapy. These codes take precedence in matters of professional conduct.

Limitations

Our services are not appropriate for:

• Acute mental health crises requiring immediate intervention
• Situations requiring medical treatment or psychiatric medication management
• Legal or forensic evaluations

We will help direct you to appropriate resources if your needs fall outside our scope of practice.

Intellectual Property

Website Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by or licensed to ClearForge Works Ltd and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display website content without permission
• Modify or create derivative works from website content
• Use content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

Client Materials

Any materials, exercises, or resources we provide to clients during our work together remain our intellectual property but are licensed for your personal use in connection with your therapeutic work.

User Submissions

If you submit any information, feedback, or other content to us through the website (excluding confidential therapeutic communications), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and adapt that content for purposes of improving our services.

You represent that any content you submit does not violate any third-party rights and does not contain unlawful, harmful, or objectionable material.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy and GDPR compliance notice. We are committed to protecting your personal information and complying with all applicable data protection laws.

Please review our Privacy Policy and GDPR information for details on how we collect, use, and protect your data.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience, but we do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or services of third-party sites.

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

Disclaimers

Website Information

While we strive to keep information on our website accurate and current, we make no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of website content. Information may be updated without notice.

No Emergency Services

This website and our services do not provide emergency mental health support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact:

• Emergency services: 999
• NHS urgent mental health helpline: 111
• Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)

No Guarantees

While we are committed to providing high-quality professional services, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results from psychological work. Therapeutic progress depends on many factors and varies by individual.

Technical Issues

We do not guarantee that our website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. Technical issues may occur, and we reserve the right to suspend or withdraw access for maintenance or other reasons.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ClearForge Works Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use or inability to use the website
• Any errors or omissions in website content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
• Technical failures or interruptions

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded by law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ClearForge Works Ltd, its practitioners, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your violation of these terms or misuse of our website or services.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

For significant changes affecting client services, we will notify current clients directly.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to us, other users, or third parties.

Provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any separate service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and ClearForge Works Ltd regarding use of our website and services.

Professional Standards

As a professional psychology practice, we are bound by the ethical codes and professional standards of:

• British Psychological Society
• UK Council for Psychotherapy
• Health and Care Professions Council (where applicable)

In any conflict between these Terms of Use and professional ethical obligations, the ethical obligations take precedence.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our website accessible to all users. If you encounter accessibility barriers or require information in alternative formats, please contact us and we will work to accommodate your needs.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or need clarification about any provision, please contact us:

ClearForge Works Ltd
42 Deansgate
Manchester M3 2EG
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]

Acknowledgment

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.