{"id":485,"date":"2025-10-17T19:36:23","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T19:36:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shinetherapy1.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=485"},"modified":"2025-10-22T18:17:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T18:17:25","slug":"terms-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shinetherapy.net\/?page_id=485","title":{"rendered":"Terms & Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”6%” constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”6%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”0px” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

Terms and Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
Last Updated: October, 2025<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner right_padding_desktop=”15%” right_padding_tablet=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”30px” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_desktop=”1em” font_line_height=”1.6″ text_direction=”default” font_size_tablet=”1em”]Welcome to Shine Therapy. These Terms and Conditions (\u201cTerms\u201d) govern your use of our
\nwebsite (\u201cSite\u201d) and any services, information, or materials provided by Shine Therapy (\u201cwe,\u201d
\n\u201cour,\u201d or \u201cus\u201d). By accessing our website or scheduling services with us, you acknowledge that
\nyou have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.<\/p>\n

1. About Our Services
\nShine Therapy provides pediatric occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy
\nservices designed to support the developmental needs of children. All services are provided by
\nlicensed therapists in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. If, at any time, we feel
\nyour needs fall outside the scope of our practice, we will provide appropriate referrals.<\/p>\n

2. Appointments and Cancellations
\nAppointments scheduled with Shine Therapy are subject to our Appointment and Cancellation
\nPolicy, which may include:
\n\u25cf Advance notice requirements for cancellations or rescheduling.
\n\u25cf Potential fees for missed or late-cancelled appointments.
\nPlease refer to your intake paperwork or contact our office for details.<\/p>\n

3. Privacy and Confidentiality
\nYour confidentiality is protected under HIPAA and North Carolina law
\nYour confidentiality is protected under HIPAA and North Carolina law (N.C.G.S. \u00a7 122C-52 et
\nseq.). Information you share in therapy is private and will not be disclosed without your written
\nconsent, except in situations where disclosure is legally or ethically required:
\nSuspected abuse of a child, elder, or dependent adult.<\/p>\n

Threats of serious harm to yourself or others.
\nCourt order or legal mandate.
\nElectronic communication (email, text, website forms) may carry some risks to confidentiality.
\nWe take precautions to secure your data, but please avoid transmitting highly sensitive
\ninformation electronically.
\nPlease review our Privacy Policy for more details about how we collect, use, and safeguard your
\ninformation.<\/p>\n

4. Payment and Insurance
\n\u25cf You are responsible for all service fees not covered by insurance.
\n\u25cf We will attempt to verify your insurance benefits as a courtesy and will assist in billing
\nyour insurance provider; however, you are ultimately responsible for verifying coverage
\nand payment.
\n\u25cf Outstanding balances must be paid in accordance with our billing policy.
\n5. Intellectual Property
\nAll materials on this Site \u2014 including text, graphics, logos, videos, and other content \u2014 are the
\nproperty of Shine Therapy or its licensors and are protected by copyright and trademark laws.
\nYou may view, download, or print materials for personal, non-commercial use only.
\nReproduction or redistribution without prior written permission is prohibited.
\n6. Website Use
\nThe Shine Therapy website is provided for informational purposes only. By accessing this site,
\nyou agree not to use it in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or disruptive. For your convenience,
\nour website may include links to external websites. However, Shine Therapy is not responsible
\nfor the content, security, or privacy practices of any third-party sites.<\/p>\n

7. Limitation of Liability<\/p>\n

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shine Therapy and its employees, contractors, and
\naffiliates are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its
\ncontent. This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential
\ndamages.
\nParental Responsibility and Use of Information: The strategies, recommendations, and
\neducational materials provided by our therapists\u2014whether during therapy sessions, through
\nhome programs, or in written or verbal communication\u2014are intended solely for use as directed
\nand within the context of your child\u2019s individualized treatment plan. Shine Therapy, including its
\noccupational, physical, and speech therapists, is not responsible or liable for any outcomes,
\ninjuries, or lack of progress resulting from:
\n\u25cf Misuse or incorrect application of strategies, exercises, or recommendations outside of
\ntherapy sessions;
\n\u25cf Use of materials or guidance inconsistent with therapist direction or supervision; or
\n\u25cf Any actions, decisions, or outcomes related to referrals to other specialists, providers, or
\nservices.
\nParents and caregivers are responsible for following therapist guidance as instructed and for
\nconsulting with the therapist before modifying or discontinuing any recommended strategies.
\n8. No Medical or Therapy Guarantee
\nWhile our therapists are licensed professionals, outcomes of therapy vary by child. We do not
\nguarantee specific results or improvements and make no warranties\u2014express or implied \u2014
\nregarding the success of treatment.
\n9. Practice Transfer or Termination
\nIn the event of practice sale, closure, or therapist retirement, client records will be handled in
\ncompliance with North Carolina law and professional ethical standards. Referrals will be
\nprovided where appropriate.
\n10. Changes to These Terms
\nWe may update these Terms periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a
\nrevised \u201cLast Updated\u201d date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any
\nchanges.<\/p>\n

11. Contact Us
\nIf you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
\nShine Therapy
\nPhone: (980) 987-7048
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