This disclaimer applies to your use of the Men’s Counselling Service (MCS) website. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
1. Nature of the Service
MCS is a platform designed to connect individuals with qualified and registered counsellors. While we aim to facilitate access to professional support, MCS does not provide counselling services directly. All services are delivered independently by counsellors listed on our platform.
2. No Guarantees
MCS strives to ensure that counsellors listed on our platform are qualified and registered with recognised professional bodies. However, we do not guarantee:
The suitability, availability, or effectiveness of any counsellor.
That the services provided by counsellors will meet your expectations or specific needs.
The accuracy or completeness of any information provided by counsellors on their profiles.
It is your responsibility to assess the suitability of a counsellor before engaging their services.
3. Professional Independence
MCS is not responsible for:
The conduct, advice, or services provided by counsellors listed on the platform.
Any disputes, claims, or issues that may arise between you and a counsellor.
The counsellors operate independently and under the guidelines of their respective professional bodies. Please ensure you are satisfied with the counsellor’s credentials and approach before proceeding.
4. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, MCS is not liable for:
Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or your engagement with a counsellor.
Any loss, damage, or harm caused by your reliance on information found on the website or provided by a listed counsellor.
5. No Emergency Services
MCS is not a crisis or emergency service. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please contact emergency services or a crisis helpline immediately. For example:
Call 999 in the UK for immediate emergency assistance.
Contact the Samaritans at 116 123 (available 24/7).
This website is not intended for urgent or life-threatening situations.
6. Data Privacy
MCS respects your privacy and complies with data protection regulations. However, when you contact a counsellor through the website, MCS does not handle or monitor the exchange of personal information. Please ensure you are comfortable sharing any personal details directly with the counsellor.
For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
7. No Therapeutic Relationship
Using this website or contacting a counsellor through MCS does not establish a therapeutic relationship with MCS. Any therapeutic relationship is established directly between you and the counsellor.
8. Updates to Disclaimer
MCS may update this disclaimer at any time. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this disclaimer or the use of the website, please contact us at: [email protected]
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer.