Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your use of the HopePath Mental Health Directory website. By accessing or using our site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

1. Nature of Our Service

HopePath is a directory and educational resource. We connect people with mental health providers, treatment centers, and support resources. We are not a healthcare provider, and we do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or referrals. The information on this site is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care.

2. No Professional Relationship

Using this directory or reading our content does not create a doctor-patient, therapist-client, or any other professional relationship between you and HopePath. Always consult a licensed mental health professional for personalized advice, diagnosis, and treatment.

3. Emergency Disclaimer

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or medical emergency, do not rely on this website. Call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) for free, 24/7 crisis support, or call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

4. Listing Accuracy

We strive to maintain accurate, up-to-date listings, but we cannot guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or currency of all information. Provider details — including addresses, phone numbers, services, and insurance acceptance — can change without our knowledge. We encourage you to verify information directly with the provider before making any decisions or appointments.

5. Listing Verification Status

Listings on HopePath may be marked as "Verified" or "Unverified." A "Verified" listing means our team has manually confirmed the provider's name, location, and contact information. An "Unverified" listing has not yet been fully reviewed. Verification does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of the quality of care provided.

6. Reviews and User-Submitted Content

Users may submit reviews of providers listed on our site. Reviews reflect the personal opinions of the reviewers and do not represent the views of HopePath. We do not verify the accuracy of reviews and are not responsible for their content. By submitting a review, you represent that your review is based on your genuine experience and contains no false, misleading, or defamatory information. We reserve the right to remove reviews that violate our policies.

7. Listing Submissions and Claims

By submitting a listing or claiming an existing listing, you represent that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the right to submit it. Providers who claim listings are responsible for keeping their information current and accurate.

8. Third-Party Links and Advertising

Our site may contain links to third-party websites and may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense. We do not control these third-party sites or advertisers and are not responsible for their content, products, services, or practices. Your interactions with third-party sites and advertisers are solely between you and them.

9. Intellectual Property

The content on this site — including articles, blog posts, directory design, logos, and graphics — is owned by or licensed to HopePath and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written permission.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HopePath and its operators are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this site, reliance on any information provided, or interactions with providers listed in our directory. Your use of the site is at your own risk.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold HopePath harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the site, your submission of content, or your violation of these Terms.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use at any time. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we make changes. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

13. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us through our Contact page.