Terms of Use

Effective Date: 12/14/2025
Last Updated: 12/14/2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using this website ([www.thenickelcollectivetherapy.com]), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use this website.

The Nickel Collective ("we," "us," or "our") reserves the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms of Service at any time. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Use of Website

Informational Purposes Only

This website is for informational purposes only. The content on this website, including blog posts, articles, resources, and general information about therapy services, is not intended to be a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Important Disclaimers:

  • This website does not create a therapist-client relationship. Simply visiting this website, reading content, or filling out a contact form does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

  • Content is general information, not personalized advice. Information on this website is not tailored to your specific situation and should not be relied upon as professional mental health advice.

  • Always seek professional help. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need professional support, please contact a licensed mental health provider, your doctor, or emergency services.

Emergency Disclaimer

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis:

  • Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room

  • Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (available 24/7)

  • Text the Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

This website is not monitored 24/7. Do not use contact forms, email, or any part of this website to communicate urgent or emergency needs. We cannot guarantee immediate responses.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use of the website.

You may not:

  • Use this website in any way that violates applicable federal, state, or local laws

  • Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website, servers, or networks

  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the website

  • Harvest or collect information about other users

  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website

  • Impersonate any person or entity or falsely represent your affiliation

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute content from this website without permission

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, blog posts, articles, and other materials, is the property of The Nickel Collective or its content creators and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

You may:

  • View and download content for personal, non-commercial use only

  • Share links to our website or blog posts on social media with proper attribution

You may not:

  • Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or republish content without written permission

  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content

  • Use our content for commercial purposes

  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices from content

  • Claim ownership of our content or present it as your own work

To request permission to use our content, please contact us.

User-Generated Content

Contact Forms and Communications

When you submit information through contact forms, email, or other communications on this website:

  • You grant us permission to use the information you provide to respond to your inquiry and provide requested services

  • You represent that any information you provide is accurate and truthful

  • You understand that information submitted through contact forms is not confidential and should not include sensitive personal or health information

  • Do not include Protected Health Information (PHI) in contact forms or unsecured emails

Newsletter Subscriptions

If you subscribe to our email newsletter:

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in each email

  • We will use your email address only as described in our Privacy Policy

  • You agree to receive emails from The Nickel Collective

Third-Party Links and Services

This website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by The Nickel Collective.

We are not responsible for:

  • The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites

  • Any damages or losses caused by your use of third-party websites

  • The availability or accuracy of third-party content

Clicking on third-party links is at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Third-Party Services We Use: We use third-party services to operate our website and provide services, including:

  • Website hosting

  • Email marketing platforms

  • Scheduling software

  • Payment processing

  • Analytics tools

These services have their own terms and privacy policies.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

The Nickel Collective, including Katie Nickel, LPC-IT, shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this website, including but not limited to:

  • Damages from use or inability to use the website

  • Damages from reliance on information provided on the website

  • Damages from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in website content

  • Damages from unauthorized access to your transmissions or data

  • Damages from third-party content or links

This includes damages even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose

  • Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure

  • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

  • Warranties that defects will be corrected

We make no guarantees about the website's availability, functionality, or security.

No Therapist-Client Relationship

Important: Using this website, reading content, filling out forms, or contacting us does not create a therapist-client relationship.

A therapeutic relationship is only established when:

  1. You complete a clarity call and decide to move forward

  2. You complete intake paperwork through our secure client portal

  3. You attend your first therapy session

  4. We both sign informed consent documents

Until that time, no professional relationship exists, and no duty of care is owed.

Confidentiality and Privacy

Website communications are not confidential:

  • Contact forms, emails, and general website communications are not secure or confidential

  • Do not include sensitive personal information, health information, or Protected Health Information (PHI) in website forms or unsecured emails

  • For confidential communications, we use secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms after you become a client

Please see our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Geographic Restrictions

The Nickel Collective is located in Wisconsin and provides therapy services exclusively to Wisconsin residents due to licensing restrictions.

This website is intended for users in the United States. If you access this website from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with local laws.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Nickel Collective, Katie Nickel, and our affiliates, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

  • Your use of this website

  • Your violation of these Terms of Service

  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity

  • Any information you submit through the website

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to this website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms of Service

  • Is harmful to other users, us, or third parties

  • Violates applicable laws or regulations

Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms of Service or your use of this website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.

You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on this website, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Nickel Collective regarding your use of the website.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

The Nickel Collective
Katie Nickel, LPC-IT
13160 W. Burleigh Rd. Suite #203
Brookfield, WI 53005

Acknowledgment

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

The Nickel Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT) in Wisconsin
Brookfield, Wisconsin

These Terms of Service were last updated on 12/14/2025

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This Terms of Service template is provided for informational purposes and should be reviewed by a licensed attorney in Wisconsin to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Nickel Collective assumes no liability for your use of this template.