1. Educational & Informational Purpose Only
The materials, articles, and interactive exercises (such as the breathing sanctuary) available on this website are provided for general educational, self-reflection, and informational purposes. They do not constitute formal psychiatric, psychological, or medical diagnosis, advice, or treatment.
Browsing this website, submitting an inquiry through our contact form, or completing an interactive breathing exercise does not create a formal counsellor-client therapeutic relationship.
2. Establishment of Clinical Relationship
A clinical counselling relationship is officially established only after an initial consultation, mutual agreement to work together, review and signing of our informed consent and clinical practice agreement, and completion of the formal intake process.
3. Emergency & Crisis Limitation
Soothing Souls Counselling is an outpatient virtual therapy practice and is not equipped to provide acute emergency or 24/7 crisis intervention. Website messages and emails are reviewed during standard business hours and should never be used during urgent clinical situations.
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing an emergency, call 911. In Canada, you can also call or text 988 anytime for 24/7 suicide crisis support.
4. Appointment Scheduling & Fees
Appointments are scheduled directly through our Calendly booking links. Session fees and direct billing policies are published on our Fees & Insurance section. Cancellations or rescheduling requests should be submitted in advance in accordance with practice cancellation policies provided upon intake.
5. Intellectual Property & Acceptable Use
All written content, practice guides, logos, and website layouts are the intellectual property of Soothing Souls Counselling and are protected by applicable Canadian copyright laws. You may use this website for your own personal, non-commercial use.
6. Inquiries & Contact
If you have questions regarding these terms, please contact:
Soothing Souls Counselling
Rimsha Qureshi, MACP, RCC #29320
Email: admin@soothingsouls.ca
Phone: 604-764-6786