DISCLAIMERS
This document informs you of the scope of our services, our promises, what we do and do not guarantee, and what we shall not be responsible for. These disclaimers will limit our liabilities towards our website visitors, subscribers, and clients.
Do not engage our services or access our websites if you do not agree with our full disclaimer below.
FULL DISCLAIMER OF TARA GIROUD
This Disclaimer applies to Tara Giroud, operating as a sole proprietor under Swiss law, and to the website https://taragiroud.com/, its subdomains, and our pages and accounts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Substack, and YouTube (collectively, the “Sites”).
It covers all written, audio, and visual content published on the Sites, including blog posts, writing prompts, resources, programme descriptions, workshop materials, emails, and any other content or services offered through the Sites (“Content and Services”).
By accessing or using the Sites, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted this Disclaimer in full. If you do not accept these terms, do not use the Sites.
Nature of our Services
Our offers therapeutic writing facilitation as a non-clinical wellbeing service. We do not offer psychotherapy, psychological treatment, counselling, psychiatric care, medical treatment, or any other regulated health or mental health service. No clinical, therapeutic, or professional relationship in a regulated sense arises from the use of the Sites or from participation in our services.
Nothing on the Sites or in our services constitutes a diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment of any physical, mental, or emotional condition or disorder.
Not a Substitute for Professional Care
If you are experiencing a mental health condition, psychological distress, a psychiatric condition, or any medical concern, you should seek support from a qualified and licensed professional.
Our services are not a replacement for clinical, psychological, psychiatric, or medical care. If your healthcare provider or mental health professional advises against participating in reflective or therapeutic writing, do not use our services.
If you are in acute mental health crisis, do not engage these services until you have consulted your healthcare or mental health provider and received their guidance. By participating in Tara Giroud’s services, you confirm that you are not currently in acute mental health crisis, or that you have consulted a qualified professional and received their approval to participate.
We do not guarantee specific Outcomes
Therapeutic writing is a supported reflective practice. It is not a clinical intervention, and no specific result, outcome, or improvement is promised or implied.
Engagement, personal readiness, individual circumstances, and ongoing effort each influence what a participant takes from the work. Descriptions of what the work may support, such as fostering self-trust or gaining clarity, reflect the nature of the practice, not guaranteed results.
Content is for Educational and Informational Purposes Only
Content published on the Sites, including blog posts, writing prompts, and resources, is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice of any kind.
Where opinions are expressed on the Sites, they are those of the author and do not represent the position of any organisation with which Tara Giroud is or may be affiliated. Guest content, where published, represents the views of the individual author only.
Tara Giroud does not warrant the completeness, accuracy, or currency of any information published on the Sites.
Testimonials, Feedback, and Positive Reviews are but examples
Testimonials and examples published on our Sites represent individual experiences only. They are not typical results and do not constitute a representation that other participants will achieve the same or similar outcomes.
Fair Use and Copyright Considerations
We acknowledge that allowances are made for ‘fair use’ for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, teaching, and research.
Not all content on our site is owned by us; it is possible that we have used content owned by another person or entity. All rights and credits are attributed to the rightful owners. We do not intend to infringe upon the copyrights of others.
If you wish to use copyrighted material from our site for purposes extending beyond ‘fair use,’ you must obtain permission from the copyright owner or from us.
Opinions that you find on our Site are those of the authors
The views and opinions expressed on our site are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Tara Giroud. Content provided by our guest bloggers, authors, or speakers represents only their own opinions.
The views or opinions expressed on our site are personal and, unless explicitly stated otherwise, do not represent the ideas, ideologies, or viewpoints of any organization with which we may be affiliated, whether in a professional or personal capacity.
These views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual.
We do not represent or warrant the accuracy or completeness of any opinion expressed on our site.
We shall not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages resulting from the display or use of these opinions.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted under applicable Swiss law, Tara Giroud shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the Sites, your participation in our services, or your reliance on any content published on our Sites.
You acknowledge that your use of the Sites and your decision to engage our services is voluntary. You are responsible for exercising your own judgment before acting on any content or recommendations.
Your sole remedy in the event of dissatisfaction is to discontinue use of the Sites and Services, or to request a refund for any payment made, in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions.
LIVE CLASSES, ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
By registering for or participating in any workshop, group session, training, or event hosted by Tara Giroud (“Event”), you acknowledge and accept the following.
Reflective and therapeutic writing may surface difficult memories, emotions, or personal material. This is a normal part of the practice. You are responsible for monitoring your own responses and for stepping back, pausing, or seeking support from a qualified professional if you find the work distressing.
If you are in acute mental health crisis, you must consult your healthcare or mental health provider before registering for or attending any Event.
To the fullest extent permitted under applicable Swiss law, you waive any claim against Tara Giroud arising from emotional discomfort, distress, or personal difficulty experienced during or following participation in an Event, except where such loss results from Tara Giroud’s own gross negligence.
This waiver binds you and your personal representatives and shall remain valid to the extent permitted by applicable law. If any part of this waiver is held invalid, the remainder continues in full force.
Governing Law
This Disclaimer is governed by Swiss law, in particular the Swiss Code of Obligations.
Contact us if you have any issues or complaints.
If you have any questions, issues, or complaints, please send an e-mail to taragiroud@gmail.com.