Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: July 21, 2025

Welcome to the website of Oak & Echo Counseling, PLLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing and using www.oakandechocounseling.com, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the website.

1. Informational Use Only

This website is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Use of this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship with Oak & Echo Counseling, PLLC or any of its providers.

2. Use of TherapyNotes™ Client Portal

If you are a current client, you may access the secure TherapyNotes™ Client Portal via this website. Through the portal, you can manage appointments, securely message your provider, and access documentation. Portal use is governed by TherapyNotes’ Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Do not send personal health information through unsecured contact forms or email.

3. No Emergency Services

This website does not provide crisis or emergency mental health services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. You can also contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, graphics, branding, downloads, and layout—is the property of Oak & Echo Counseling, PLLC unless otherwise credited. No content may be reproduced, copied, or distributed without our written permission.

5. External Links

This site may contain links to external websites for your convenience. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

6. Limitation of Liability

By using this site, you agree that Oak & Echo Counseling, PLLC is not liable for any damages or losses resulting from the use—or inability to use—this website or the content within it.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time without notice. Your continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Oak & Echo Counseling, PLLC
4140 Hickory Blvd, Office #4
Granite Falls, NC 28630
Cameron_Short@oakandechocounseling.com