Important Information About This Website
Welcome to the website of Stacy Perkins Smith, LCPC. By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.
The information provided here is intended solely for informational and educational purposes about mental health topics, therapy approaches, and wellness strategies. This content is not medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice, nor is it a substitute for professional mental health care or a replacement for individualized professional consultation.
Every individual's situation is unique, and if you are experiencing mental health concerns, emotional distress, or psychological symptoms, please consult with a licensed mental health professional in your area for personalized assessment and treatment recommendations.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or having thoughts of harming yourself or others, please seek immediate help by calling 911 for immediate emergency assistance, calling 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7), going to your nearest emergency room, or texting HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.
Do not rely on this website during a mental health crisis, as crisis situations require immediate, direct intervention from qualified emergency personnel.
It's important to understand that visiting, browsing, or interacting with this website does not establish a therapist-patient relationship between you and me. A therapeutic relationship can only be established through direct consultation, completion of intake procedures, informed consent, and mutual agreement to begin professional therapeutic services. Simply reading content on this website, submitting contact forms, or sending emails does not create any professional relationship or obligation for treatment.
By using this website, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own choices and actions when using the information provided. While I make every effort to provide accurate, helpful information, please understand that the content is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation, information may become outdated as research evolves, and no guarantee of completeness or accuracy can be made. External links are provided for convenience only, and I do not endorse external sites.
Standard website interactions are not confidential like therapeutic communications, and email and contact form submissions are not secure methods for sensitive information. I am licensed to practice in Illinois, so if you reside elsewhere, please consult with a professional licensed in your jurisdiction. If you are interested in professional mental health services, please contact me directly at (312) 810-0707 or stacy@mychicagocounselor.com to schedule a consultation.
Stacy Perkins Smith, LCPC, NCC
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