Terms of Use
Dr. Wendy Burchett, PsyD, LMFT
Effective Date: 11/1/26
Last Updated: 11/1/16
Website: https://drwendyburchett.com/
1. Introduction
Welcome to the official website of Dr. Wendy Burchett.
This website is operated by Wendy Burchett, PsyD, LMFT ("we," "us," or "our") and provides information about professional psychotherapy services, speaking engagements, podcast content, educational resources, and related activities.
These Terms of Use describe the conditions governing access to and use of this website and its publicly available content.
Please review these terms carefully. If you do not wish to use the website in accordance with these terms, please discontinue your use of the website.
These Terms apply to general website use and do not replace separate agreements governing psychotherapy, professional consultations, or other contracted services.
2. Educational and Informational Purposes
Information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes unless otherwise expressly stated.
Content may address topics including relationships, emotional well-being, mental health, personal growth, physical wellness, healthy living, and longevity.
Although Dr. Wendy Burchett is a licensed mental health professional, publicly available website content does not constitute individualized psychotherapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Visitors should consult appropriately qualified healthcare professionals regarding their individual medical, psychological, or therapeutic needs.
The information on this website should not be used as a substitute for professional evaluation or treatment.
3. No Therapist-Client Relationship
Accessing this website, reading its content, watching videos, listening to podcast episodes, subscribing to communications, or submitting general inquiries does not establish a therapist-client relationship with Dr. Wendy Burchett.
A professional therapeutic relationship requires an appropriate clinical intake process, mutual agreement to begin services, and applicable informed consent procedures.
Any psychotherapy services offered are governed by separate professional agreements, privacy practices, and applicable licensing requirements.
Information provided through general website communications should not be interpreted as personalized clinical advice.
4. Professional Services and Availability
Information about psychotherapy services, speaking engagements, educational programs, and other professional offerings is provided for general reference.
The availability, scope, location, and terms of professional services may vary.
Psychotherapy services are offered only where Dr. Wendy Burchett is legally authorized to practice and where appropriate clinical and professional requirements can be satisfied.
Information appearing on this website does not guarantee acceptance as a client, eligibility for particular services, or availability of appointments.
Speaking engagements and other professional services may be subject to separate agreements and arrangements.
5. Podcast and Educational Media
The Love, Actually? podcast and associated media content are intended to educate, inform, and encourage thoughtful discussions about relationships, mental health, personal growth, healthy living, and related subjects.
Information shared through the podcast is general in nature and should not be interpreted as individualized psychotherapy or healthcare advice.
Opinions and statements expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the professional views of Dr. Wendy Burchett.
References to research, personal experiences, strategies, or wellness practices do not guarantee particular results.
Podcast participation, listening, commenting, and other public interactions do not create a therapist-client relationship.
6. Intellectual Property and Copyright
Unless otherwise indicated, original content created for and published on this website, including written materials, original graphics, photographs, videos, educational resources, and other creative works, is owned by the website operator or used with appropriate permission.
Certain materials may be owned by podcast guests, photographers, publishers, licensors, or other third parties.
Website visitors may access and view publicly available materials for lawful personal and informational purposes.
Reproduction, redistribution, commercial publication, or other exploitation of protected materials requires appropriate authorization unless the activity is otherwise permitted by applicable copyright law.
Nothing in these Terms restricts rights available under applicable law, including fair use.
For copyright inquiries or permission requests, please contact
7. Acceptable Website Use
Visitors are expected to use the website lawfully and in a manner that does not interfere with its operation or the rights of others.
Prohibited activities include:
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the website, administrative systems, or connected services.
Intentionally introducing malware, malicious code, or other harmful technology.
Disrupting website functionality or interfering with other visitors' access.
Using website features to transmit unlawful, fraudulent, threatening, or abusive material.
Impersonating another person or misrepresenting an affiliation.
Infringing intellectual property rights or violating applicable laws.
We may take reasonable measures to protect website functionality, security, and users from unlawful or harmful activity.
8. Contact Forms and User Submissions
Website contact forms are intended for general inquiries, including speaking opportunities, podcast-related communications, educational resources, and other business matters.
Please do not submit sensitive medical records, detailed mental health histories, confidential psychotherapy information, or other protected health information through general website contact forms.
Individuals interested in psychotherapy should use the practice's designated clinical inquiry or intake process.
Submitting an inquiry does not guarantee a response, appointment, or acceptance of services.
You are responsible for ensuring that information you voluntarily submit is accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you have the right to share it.
Personal information submitted through the website will be handled in accordance with applicable law and the website's Privacy Policy.
Submission of an inquiry does not authorize public use of your personal information, statements, or identity for advertising or promotional purposes.
9. Privacy and Data Collection
Information about how personal data is collected, used, and disclosed through the website is provided in the website's Privacy Policy.
Please review that policy for information regarding contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, cookies, analytics, and applicable third-party services.
Privacy and confidentiality obligations associated with psychotherapy services may be governed by additional laws, professional standards, and separate clinical privacy notices.
These Terms of Use do not replace or limit any legally required patient privacy protections.
Privacy Policy: https://www.drwendyburchett.com/privacy-policy
10. External Websites and Third-Party Services
This website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, podcast hosting services, scheduling systems, research publications, and other third-party resources.
These services are operated independently and may be governed by their own terms, privacy policies, and procedures.
The inclusion of an external link does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of the information, opinions, products, or services provided by a third party.
Visitors should independently evaluate third-party resources and review applicable terms before providing personal information or using external services.
We do not control the operation, security, availability, or content of independently operated third-party websites.
11. No Guaranteed Results
Information and educational resources provided through this website are intended to support learning, reflection, and informed decision-making.
Individual experiences, circumstances, and outcomes vary.
No specific emotional, relational, psychological, medical, physical health, or personal development outcome is guaranteed through access to the website or its educational content.
Information regarding potential benefits, personal experiences, or professional approaches should not be interpreted as a promise of particular results.
Psychotherapy services, where provided, are subject to individualized clinical evaluation and separate professional agreements.
12. Emergency and Crisis Situations
This website is not an emergency response service.
General website contact forms, email communications, podcast interactions, and social media messaging should not be used to request immediate crisis intervention or emergency mental health assistance.
If you are experiencing an immediate emergency in the United States, call 911 or seek emergency medical assistance.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress in the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
If you are outside the United States, contact your local emergency services or an appropriate crisis response organization.
13. Website Accuracy and Availability
We make reasonable efforts to maintain accurate and useful website information.
However, educational resources, research findings, service descriptions, external links, and other content may change over time.
Website content may be corrected, revised, updated, or removed as appropriate.
We do not guarantee that the website will be continuously available or free from technical interruptions.
Nothing in these Terms limits legal responsibilities concerning truthful advertising, accurate professional credentials, patient safety, or other obligations imposed by applicable law.
14. Legal Rights and Responsibilities
This website and its general services are operated subject to applicable federal and California laws.
Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or restrict legal rights or protections that cannot lawfully be waived.
In particular, these Terms do not limit legally protected patient rights, professional confidentiality obligations, or responsibilities arising from psychotherapy services.
Disputes involving clinical treatment may be subject to separate professional agreements and applicable healthcare laws.
These Terms should not be interpreted as replacing any required clinical informed consent agreement or professional service contract.
15. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Use to reflect changes in website features, professional offerings, operational practices, or applicable legal requirements.
Updated terms will be published on this page with a revised effective date.
Where legally required, additional notice or affirmative agreement will be obtained before revised contractual terms become binding.
Visitors are encouraged to review the current version when using website features or services.
16. Governing Law
These Terms are intended to be interpreted under applicable California law and federal law.
Nothing in this section overrides mandatory consumer protections, professional obligations, or legal rights that apply under other relevant laws.
17. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Use or general website matters, please contact:
Dr. Wendy Burchett, PsyD, LMFT
Website Operator: Wendy Burchett, PsyD, LMFT
Email: info@drwendyburchett.com
Website: https://drwendyburchett.com/
For psychotherapy-related matters, please use the designated clinical communication channels rather than general website contact forms.