Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: August 3, 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our website or contacting our practice.

1. Important Notice & Crisis Disclaimer

THIS WEBSITE AND OUR CONTACT FORMS ARE NOT MONITORED 24/7 AND ARE NOT INTENDED FOR CRISIS OR EMERGENCY SUPPORT.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, feeling unsafe, or considering harm to yourself or others, please do not rely on website communication or online form links. Immediately:

  • Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide Crisis Helpline (Available 24/7 across Canada).

  • Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.

  • Contact a local crisis centre in your community.

2. Professional Identity & Regulation

This website is owned and operated by Samantha Fogel Therapy ("we," "us," or "our"), located at 128-82 Laird Dr, Toronto, ON M4G 3V1.

Psychotherapy services are provided by Samantha Fogel, Registered Psychotherapist, registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). All clinical services are delivered in accordance with the professional standards, ethics, and regulations established by the CRPO and Ontario law.

3. Scope of Practice & Jurisdictional Boundaries

  • Geographic Limitation: In compliance with CRPO professional standards, psychotherapy services are offered to individuals who are located within the Province of Ontario.

  • Adult Practice (18+): Our clinical practice provides psychotherapy services exclusively to adults aged 18 years and older. We do not offer assessment, treatment, or clinical consultation for children or adolescents under the age of 18.

  • Telehealth Outside Ontario: We cannot provide clinical services to individuals while they are permanently residing outside of Ontario unless explicitly authorized under the regulations of that external jurisdiction, or absence of a jurisdiction regulatory body.

4. No Therapist-Client Relationship Established via Website

Visiting this website, reading its content, submitting a contact form via link, sending an email, or scheduling an initial consultation does not create a therapist-client or clinical relationship.

A formal therapist-client relationship is established only after:

  1. An initial consultation and intake assessment are completed;

  2. We determine that our clinical expertise aligns with your needs; and

  3. Both you and Samantha Fogel, RP, sign a formal Informed Consent for Psychotherapy agreement.

We reserve the right to decline providing therapy services if, following intake, we assess that your clinical needs require a different level or modality of care. In such cases, appropriate referrals will be provided where possible.

5. Educational Content & Medical Disclaimer

All material provided on this website—including articles, blog posts, resources, and general text—is for informational and educational purposes only.

Website content does not constitute psychological advice, clinical diagnosis, or medical treatment, nor is it a substitute for individualized assessment by a qualified mental health professional. Never disregard professional medical or mental health advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you read on this website.

6. Professional Services, Fees & Cancellations

If you transition from a website visitor to an active client of Samantha Fogel Therapy, the following financial terms apply:

Session Fees & Billing

  • Professional fees for psychotherapy sessions and initial consultations are outlined on our website and will be confirmed prior to your intake.

  • Fees are subject to change with reasonable advance notice provided to active clients.

  • Payment is due at the time of service and is processed securely via credit card through our Canadian PHIPA-compliant electronic health record system (Jane App).

Insurance Receipts

  • We do not bill insurance companies directly. Official receipts suitable for submission to extended health insurance providers or for income tax purposes will be issued electronically upon receipt of payment.

Cancellation & Missed Appointment Policy

  • Notice Required: We require a minimum of 24 hours' advance notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment.

  • Late Cancellation / No-Show Fee: Cancellations provided with less than 24 hours' notice, or missed appointments without notice, will be charged the full session fee.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, logos, branding, graphics, design elements, and downloadable resources—is the exclusive intellectual property of Samantha Fogel Therapy and is protected by Canadian copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, or print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from this website without prior written consent.

8. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, practice management tools (e.g., Jane App), or external resources. These links are provided solely for your convenience. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law in the Province of Ontario:

  • This website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

  • Samantha Fogel Therapy shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your access to, use of, or inability to use this website, or your reliance on any information provided herein.

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising out of or relating to the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

If you have a concern regarding website usage, you agree to first contact us directly to attempt to resolve the matter informally.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website following any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

  • Practice Name: Samantha Fogel Therapy

  • Practitioner: Samantha Fogel, Registered Psychotherapist

  • Address: 128-82 Laird Dr, Toronto, ON M4G 3V1

  • Email: connect@samanthafogeltherapy.ca