Therapy Disclaimer

Important Information About SPIRE Therapy Services
The therapeutic services offered by SPIRE Therapy are designed to support emotional well-being through professional, humanistic therapy. However, by engaging with this website or booking a session, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Not a Crisis Service
SPIRE Therapy does not provide emergency or crisis mental health support.
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact:

• 999 (Emergency Services – UK)

• NHS 111

• Samaritans – Call 116 123 (available 24/7)

• Your GP or local mental health team
   

2. No Guarantees of Outcome
Therapy is a collaborative process, and while many clients benefit greatly, SPIRE Therapy makes no guarantees regarding the outcome, speed, or results of therapy. Progress depends on many factors including engagement, openness, and consistency.

3. Professional Scope of Practice
Lindsay McCarthy is a qualified Humanistic Therapist offering support in line with ethical guidelines from relevant professional bodies (e.g., BACP or similar).
Therapy sessions are not a substitute for medical diagnosis, medication, or psychiatric intervention. Where appropriate, clients may be signposted to GPs, mental health teams, or specialists.

4. Suitability for Online Therapy
Online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially in cases of:

• Active risk to self or others

• Severe psychiatric conditions (e.g. psychosis)

• Lack of privacy or secure environment for sessions

If you are unsure whether therapy is appropriate, please contact SPIRE Therapy directly for guidance or speak with a healthcare professional.

5. Confidentiality Limitations
While therapy is a confidential space, there are legal and ethical exceptions:

• Risk of serious harm to yourself or others

• Disclosure of abuse (especially involving children or vulnerable adults)

• Legal requirements (e.g. court orders or terrorism-related disclosures)

In such cases, confidentiality may need to be broken, but this will be discussed with you wherever possible.

6. Website Content
All content on this website is for general information only. It is not intended as professional advice or a replacement for one-to-one therapy. Engaging with website materials does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

7. Client Responsibility
Clients are responsible for:

• Attending sessions on time and in a private, safe space (for online therapy)

• Communicating any changes to their well-being that may affect therapy

• Informing SPIRE Therapy of cancellations within the required timeframe (48 hours minimum)

By booking or attending a session, you confirm that you have read and understood this disclaimer and agree to engage with therapy in an informed and responsible way.

Last updated: 08/08/2025

If you have any questions about this disclaimer or therapy services, please contact us:

Email: info@spiretherapy.net