1. About this website

This website is operated by Dr. Kristin Russell, Licensed (BC) / Registered (AB) Psychologist. It is intended to provide general information about the practice and to allow prospective clients to get in touch.

This website is governed by the laws of British Columbia and Alberta, Canada. Any disputes arising from use of this site shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia and Alberta.

2. Not a crisis service — important notice

3. No professional relationship is formed by this website

Visiting this website, reading its content, or submitting the contact form does not establish a therapist–client relationship, a psychologist–patient relationship, or any other professional relationship between a prospective client and Dr. Kristin Russell.

A formal professional relationship begins only after a signed intake and consent agreement has been completed between a prospective client and Dr. Kristin Russell. Until that time, no duty of care, confidentiality obligations, or professional obligations apply.

4. Information on this site is not professional advice

The content published on this website — including any articles, blog posts, descriptions of services, or general information about psychology — is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychological advice, diagnosis, treatment, or any other form of professional service.

You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you read on this site without seeking qualified professional guidance specific to your situation.

5. Contact form use

The contact form is intended for general inquiries about the practice and to request an initial consultation. By submitting the form, you understand that:

• Response times are not guaranteed; we aim to respond within 2–3 business days

• Submitting a message does not reserve or guarantee an appointment

• You should not include sensitive personal health information in your initial message; a secure intake process will be provided if a consultation is scheduled

• The form is not for emergencies (see Section 2 above)

6. Accuracy of information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this website is accurate and current, but we make no warranties or representations — express or implied — about the completeness, accuracy, or fitness for any particular purpose of any content on this site. Information may change without notice.

7. Intellectual property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, layout, and design — is the property of Dr. Kristin Russell and is protected by applicable copyright law. You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from this site without prior written permission.

8. Third-party links

This website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any third-party sites. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.

9. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dr. Kristin Russell shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or its content. This includes (but is not limited to) damages arising from reliance on information published on this site.

10. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Questions about these terms