Terms & Conditions
Catherine Tumminello, LCSW | Dear Darling
Effective Date: October 2, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Dear Darling, the website of Catherine Tumminello, LCSW ("the Practice," "we," or "our").
By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please review them carefully.
If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Website Purpose
This website provides general information about Catherine Tumminello, LCSW, her therapeutic approach, and the psychotherapy services offered through her virtual practice.
The content is provided for informational and educational purposes only.
Nothing on this website is intended to constitute individualized mental health advice, diagnosis, treatment, or a substitute for professional clinical care.
2. Therapy Services and Licensure
Catherine Tumminello, LCSW, is licensed to provide clinical social work services in New York and North Carolina.
Therapy services are provided virtually, subject to applicable licensing laws, clinical appropriateness, and professional requirements.
Availability of services may depend on the client's physical location at the time of an appointment and other legal or clinical considerations.
Accessing this website does not guarantee eligibility for or availability of therapy services.
3. No Therapist-Client Relationship
Visiting this website, submitting a contact form, or scheduling an initial consultation does not automatically establish a therapist-client relationship.
A formal therapeutic relationship is established only after the Practice has agreed to provide services and the required intake, consent, and administrative procedures have been completed.
Until that relationship is established, website communications should not be considered confidential clinical communications.
4. Consultations and Scheduling
Initial consultations may be scheduled through Calendly, a third-party scheduling platform.
Scheduling a consultation does not guarantee acceptance as a client or ongoing therapeutic services.
Appointments may be subject to availability, eligibility, and the Practice's scheduling policies.
Clients who begin therapy may receive additional policies addressing appointment changes, cancellations, fees, and other practice procedures.
5. Payments and Billing
Payments for clinical services are handled through SimplePractice, a third-party practice management and billing platform.
The website does not directly collect or process therapy payments.
Applicable fees, payment terms, and billing arrangements are communicated separately through the Practice's intake documentation and client agreements.
6. Website Communications
Visitors may submit general questions or consultation inquiries through the website contact form.
The contact form is intended for non-emergency communication and should not be used to transmit highly sensitive clinical information.
While reasonable efforts are made to respond to inquiries, the Practice does not guarantee a particular response time.
7. Emergencies and Crisis Situations
This website and its contact form are not intended for emergency mental health services or crisis intervention.
If you are experiencing an immediate emergency or are in danger, call 911 or seek assistance from the nearest emergency department.
In the United States, you may also call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Do not rely on website communications for urgent clinical assistance.
8. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, the written content, graphics, branding, design elements, and other original materials appearing on this website are owned by or licensed to the Practice.
These materials may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or used commercially without appropriate permission, except as permitted by law.
9. Third-Party Websites and Services
This website may contain links to third-party platforms, including Calendly and SimplePractice.
The Practice is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices, or policies of independent third-party websites.
Use of these services may be governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.
10. Accuracy of Information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that information on this website is accurate and current.
However, services, availability, descriptions, and other website information may change without notice.
The Practice does not guarantee that all website content will be complete, error-free, or continuously available.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, the Practice is not responsible for losses or damages arising from reliance on general website information, interruptions in website availability, or issues involving independent third-party platforms.
Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to limit rights or responsibilities that cannot legally be excluded, including applicable professional obligations.
12. Privacy and Confidentiality
Use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
Clinical privacy and confidentiality obligations are addressed separately through applicable laws, informed consent documents, and the Practice's Notice of Privacy Practices.
13. Changes to These Terms
The Practice reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions to reflect changes in services, website operations, or applicable law.
Revised terms will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms, to the extent permitted by law.
14. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by applicable United States law and relevant state law, subject to mandatory consumer protection and professional regulations.
15. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:
Catherine Tumminello, LCSW
Dear Darling
Virtual Psychotherapy Services
New York & North Carolina
Contact: Through the website contact form.