Terms of Service
Roots Within Therapy PLLC
Effective Date: May 7, 2026
Welcome to the website of Roots Within Therapy PLLC (“Practice,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using this website.
1. Website Purpose
This website is intended to provide general information about Roots Within Therapy PLLC, the services offered, mental health resources, and ways to contact the practice. The content on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, medical advice, diagnosis, or crisis services.
Use of this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
2. No Emergency or Crisis Services
This website and any communication through contact forms, email, or messaging are not intended for emergency or crisis situations.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, are in danger, or are having thoughts of harming yourself or others, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
3. Therapist-Client Relationship
A therapist-client relationship is only established after:
An initial consultation has occurred,
Appropriate intake paperwork and informed consent documents are completed,
Services are formally agreed upon by both parties.
Submitting a contact form, sending an email, or interacting with the website does not create a therapeutic relationship.
4. Website Content Disclaimer
While we strive to ensure that the information on this website is accurate and up to date, Roots Within Therapy PLLC makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information provided.
Any reliance you place on website content is solely at your own risk.
5. Privacy and Confidentiality
We value your privacy; however, communication through this website, standard email, or online forms may not always be fully secure.
Please avoid submitting sensitive, confidential, or protected health information through unsecured website forms or email.
For more information regarding how information may be collected or used, please review our Privacy Policy.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, branding, graphics, logos, downloadable materials, and design elements, is the property of Roots Within Therapy PLLC unless otherwise stated and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.
7. Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites or resources for informational purposes. Roots Within Therapy PLLC is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
Accessing third-party links is at your own discretion and risk.
8. Limitation of Liability
Roots Within Therapy PLLC shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages arising from:
Use of or inability to use this website,
Reliance on website information,
Technical issues or interruptions,
Third-party website content or services.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this website.
Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to conflict of law principles.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:
Roots Within Therapy PLLC
Email: ghosiaraqib@rootswithintherapy.com
Phone: (276) 274-1998
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 05/10/2026
Welcome to Roots Within Therapy PLLC. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or communicate through online forms.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We May Collect
Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information through contact forms, consultation requests, or email communication, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Information you choose to share
Please avoid submitting sensitive or confidential mental health information through website forms or email.
How Your Information Is Used
Information collected may be used to:
Respond to inquiries
Schedule consultations or appointments
Communicate regarding services
Improve website functionality and user experience
Your information will never be sold or shared for marketing purposes.
HIPAA & Confidentiality
While Roots Within Therapy PLLC values your privacy and confidentiality, communication through this website, contact forms, or standard email may not be fully secure.
Submitting information through the website does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
Once you become a client, your protected health information is handled according to applicable HIPAA laws and professional ethical standards.
Cookies & Website Analytics
This website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand website traffic and improve user experience.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function more efficiently.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.
Third-Party Services
This website may use third-party platforms for scheduling, forms, hosting, or analytics. These platforms may collect limited technical information according to their own privacy policies.
Examples may include:
Website hosting providers
Google Analytics
Scheduling platforms
Secure client portals
Please review the privacy policies of any third-party services you choose to use.
Security
Reasonable safeguards are used to help protect information submitted through this website. However, no electronic communication or online storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.
Your Rights
You may request to:
Access personal information you have submitted
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of submitted information when legally permissible
To make a request, please contact us directly.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. Personal information is not knowingly collected from children through this website.
External Links
This website may contain links to external websites. Roots Within Therapy PLLC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
Roots Within Therapy PLLC
Ghosia Raqib
ghosiaraqib@rootswithintherapy.com
(276) 274-1998
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us directly.