These Terms and Conditions govern the use of the website operated by Laura Clair Kowalczyk, specializing in therapeutic and counselling services.
The owner of the website is: Laura Clair Kowalczyk, Psychologist; title obtained in Warsaw 2018 and Gestalt Therapist; title obtained in Berlin 2024 and Heilpraktiker für Psychotherapie titlel obtained in Berlin Email address: contact@therapist-lauraclair.com
The website is available in three languages: German (DE), English (EN), and Polish (PL), to provide access for users from various countries.
The use of the website is free of charge and does not require registration or login.
§ 2 Purpose and Function of the Website
The website serves as an informational platform and allows users to: a) learn about the range of therapeutic services offered, b) submit inquiries using the contact form, c) access the Acuity Scheduling platform to book online appointments.
All therapeutic appointments offered by the owner are conducted online, using communication platforms (e.g., Zoom).
The website does not allow users to leave comments, opinions, or engage in discussions.
§ 3 Terms of Use
Users are required to use the website in compliance with applicable laws, these Terms and Conditions, and principles of netiquette.
Users are prohibited from using the website in a manner that disrupts its functioning, or submitting content that violates the law or damages the owner’s reputation.
By filling out the contact form, users agree to provide accurate and truthful contact information.
§ 4 Booking of Therapeutic Services
Bookings for therapeutic services are conducted exclusively via the Acuity Scheduling platform.
Any issues related to payments, cancellations, or privacy policies in connection with bookings are governed by the rules of the Acuity Scheduling platform, available on its website.
The website owner is not responsible for the operation of the Acuity Scheduling platform or technical issues related to payment processing.
Sessions are conducted online, and details (e.g., meeting link) are sent to the user upon successful booking.
§ 5 Personal Data Protection
The website owner processes users’ personal data in compliance with the GDPR and applicable national regulations, including German data protection laws.
Personal data is processed solely for the following purposes: a) responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form, b) facilitating online appointments (following booking on Acuity Scheduling).
Detailed information on the processing of personal data can be found in the Privacy Policy, available on the website.
§ 6 Multilingual Accessibility
The website is available in German, English, and Polish. Users can select their preferred language using the provided options.
The Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and other key information are available in all three languages.
§ 7 Copyright
All content on the website, including texts, graphics, logos, and design elements, is protected by copyright law.
Copying, distribution, or any other use of the content without prior permission from the owner is prohibited.
§ 8 Limitation of Liability
Information provided on the website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice.
The website owner is not responsible for:
a) temporary unavailability of the website due to technical reasons, b) content and functionality of the Acuity Scheduling platform, c) technical problems with platforms used for online sessions (e.g., Zoom).
§ 9 Dispute Resolution
In case of disputes related to the use of the website, users have the right to refer the matter to a German consumer mediation institution (Verbraucherschlichtungsstelle).