Terms and Conditions
Welcome to Rivapsych.com!
These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of Rivapsych 's Website, located at https://rivapsych.com.
By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use Rivapsych.com if you do not agree to take all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.
Cookies:
The website uses cookies to help personalize your online experience. By accessing Rivapsych.com, you agreed to use the required cookies.
A cookie is a text file that is placed on your hard disk by a web page server. Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your computer. Cookies are uniquely assigned to you and can only be read by a web server in the domain that issued the cookie to you.
We may use cookies to collect, store, and track information for statistical or marketing purposes to operate our website. You have the ability to accept or decline optional Cookies. There are some required Cookies that are necessary for the operation of our website. These cookies do not require your consent as they always work. Please keep in mind that by accepting required Cookies, you also accept third-party Cookies, which might be used via third-party provided services if you use such services on our website, for example, a video display window provided by third parties and integrated into our website.
License:
Unless otherwise stated, Rivapsych and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on Rivapsych.com. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may access this from Rivapsych.com for your own personal use subjected to restrictions set in these terms and conditions.
You must not:
Copy or republish material from Rivapsych.com
Sell, rent, or sub-license material from Rivapsych.com
Reproduce, duplicate or copy material from Rivapsych.com
Redistribute content from Rivapsych.com
This Agreement shall begin on the date hereof.
Parts of this website offer users an opportunity to post and exchange opinions and information in certain areas of the website. Rivapsych does not filter, edit, publish or review Comments before their presence on the website. Comments do not reflect the views and opinions of Rivapsych , its agents, and/or affiliates. Comments reflect the views and opinions of the person who posts their views and opinions. To the extent permitted by applicable laws, Rivapsych shall not be liable for the Comments or any liability, damages, or expenses caused and/or suffered as a result of any use of and/or posting of and/or appearance of the Comments on this website.
Rivapsych reserves the right to monitor all Comments and remove any Comments that can be considered inappropriate, offensive, or causes breach of these Terms and Conditions.
You warrant and represent that:
You are entitled to post the Comments on our website and have all necessary licenses and consents to do so;
The Comments do not invade any intellectual property right, including without limitation copyright, patent, or trademark of any third party;
The Comments do not contain any defamatory, libelous, offensive, indecent, or otherwise unlawful material, which is an invasion of privacy.
The Comments will not be used to solicit or promote business or custom or present commercial activities or unlawful activity.
You hereby grant Rivapsych a non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, edit and authorize others to use, reproduce and edit any of your Comments in any and all forms, formats, or media.
Hyperlinking to our Content:
The following organizations may link to our Website without prior written approval:
Government agencies;
Search engines;
News organizations;
Online directory distributors may link to our Website in the same manner as they hyperlink to the Websites of other listed businesses; and
System-wide Accredited Businesses except soliciting non-profit organizations, charity shopping malls, and charity fundraising groups which may not hyperlink to our Web site.
These organizations may link to our home page, to publications, or to other Website information so long as the link: (a) is not in any way deceptive; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products and/or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party's site.
We may consider and approve other link requests from the following types of organizations:
Commonly-known consumer and/or business information sources;
Dot.com community sites;
Associations or other groups representing charities;
Online directory distributors;
Internet portals;
Accounting, law, and consulting firms; and
Educational institutions and trade associations.
We will approve link requests from these organizations if we decide that: (a) the link would not make us look unfavorably to ourselves or to our accredited businesses; (b) the organization does not have any negative records with us; (c) the benefit to us from the visibility of the hyperlink compensates the absence of Rivapsych ; and (d) the link is in the context of general resource information.
These organizations may link to our home page so long as the link: (a) is not in any way deceptive; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party's site.
If you are one of the organizations listed in paragraph 2 above and are interested in linking to our website, you must inform us by sending an e-mail to Rivapsych . Please include your name, your organization name, contact information as well as the URL of your site, a list of any URLs from which you intend to link to our Website, and a list of the URLs on our site to which you would like to link. Wait 2-3 weeks for a response.
Approved organizations may hyperlink to our Website as follows:
By use of our corporate name; or
By use of the uniform resource locator being linked to; or
Using any other description of our Website being linked to that makes sense within the context and format of content on the linking party's site.
No use of Rivapsych 's logo or other artwork will be allowed for linking absent a trademark license agreement.
Content Liability:
We shall not be held responsible for any content that appears on your Website. You agree to protect and defend us against all claims that are raised on your Website. No link(s) should appear on any Website that may be interpreted as libelous, obscene, or criminal, or which infringes, otherwise violates, or advocates the infringement or other violation of, any third party rights.
Reservation of Rights:
We reserve the right to request that you remove all links or any particular link to our Website. You approve to immediately remove all links to our Website upon request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and its linking policy at any time. By continuously linking to our Website, you agree to be bound to and follow these linking terms and conditions.
Removal of links from our website:
If you find any link on our Website that is offensive for any reason, you are free to contact and inform us at any moment. We will consider requests to remove links, but we are not obligated to or so or to respond to you directly.
We do not ensure that the information on this website is correct. We do not warrant its completeness or accuracy, nor do we promise to ensure that the website remains available or that the material on the website is kept up to date.
Disclaimer:
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and the use of this website. Nothing in this disclaimer will:
Limit or exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury;
Limit or exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;
Limit any of our or your liabilities in any way that is not permitted under applicable law; or
Exclude any of our or your liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.
The limitations and prohibitions of liability set in this Section and elsewhere in this disclaimer: (a) are subject to the preceding paragraph; and (b) govern all liabilities arising under the disclaimer, including liabilities arising in contract, in tort, and for breach of statutory duty.
As long as the website and the information and services on the website are provided free of charge, we will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature.
Terms of Use
Rivapsych LLC
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Rivapsych LLC ("Rivapsych," "we," "us," "our") platforms, services, and resources. By accessing or using Rivapsych’s services, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, promptly discontinue using our services.
Services Provided
Rivapsych provides professional mental health services, including but not limited to diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, and medication management, delivered by licensed providers. Rivapsych is not an insurer and does not provide insurance plans. Services rendered are subject to professional judgment and applicable state laws.
Not For Emergencies
Our services are not intended for medical or psychiatric emergencies. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Rivapsych services are supplementary to care provided by your primary care provider and should not replace in-person medical or psychiatric evaluations when recommended.
Eligibility for Services
You must be 18 years of age or older to use our services. By accessing our platform, you affirm that you meet this requirement and agree to provide accurate, complete, and updated information during registration.
Privacy Practices
Rivapsych adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Texas Medical Records Privacy Act standards to ensure the confidentiality and protection of your health information. Your information will only be shared in accordance with applicable laws and with your explicit consent, except in situations required by law (e.g., mandatory reporting of abuse, imminent harm).
Risks of Telehealth Services
By using Rivapsych’s telehealth services, you acknowledge the inherent risks, including but not limited to:
Potential technical issues that may delay evaluations or treatments.
Limitations in diagnostic accuracy due to the absence of physical examinations.
Security risks related to electronic data transmission.
Prescriptions and Medication Management
Rivapsych adheres to the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) for oversight and safety in prescribing. Scheduled medications (e.g., benzodiazepines, stimulants) are generally avoided, with alternative therapies prioritized. If scheduled medications are deemed necessary, they will be prescribed in compliance with Texas Health and Safety Code §481.0764.
Fees and Payment
You are responsible for the cost of services provided by Rivapsych, including copayments, deductibles, or any portion not covered by insurance. Payment is due at the time of service. Missed appointments or cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a $50 fee.
Binding Arbitration Agreement
By using Rivapsych services, you agree that any dispute arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act. You waive your right to a jury trial or to participate in class action litigation.
Prohibited Use
You agree not to use Rivapsych’s platform or services for any unlawful, fraudulent, or abusive purpose. Violations may result in termination of services and potential legal action.
Intellectual Property
All content on Rivapsych’s platforms, including text, graphics, and software, is proprietary and protected under copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or exploit our content without prior written consent.
Limitation of Liability
Rivapsych is not liable for:
Errors or delays in accessing services due to technical failures.
Adverse outcomes arising from the misuse of services or non-compliance with medical recommendations.
Amendments to Terms
Rivapsych may update these Terms periodically. Changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
Acknowledgment:
By using Rivapsych’s services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.