TERMS OF USE & INFORMED CONSENT
Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT
Last Updated: December 2025
This website (the “Site”) is owned and operated by Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT and is hosted on the Squarespace platform. Squarespace provides the website hosting and infrastructure only and is not responsible for the content, services, or professional practices described on this Site.
By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.
1. USE OF THIS WEBSITE
This Site is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to describe psychotherapy services, therapeutic approaches, and general mental health information.
You may use this Site only if:
You are 18 years of age or older
You agree to these Terms
You use the Site for lawful, personal purposes only
Use of this Site does not create a therapist–client relationship.
2. ROLE OF SQUARESPACE
This Site is built and hosted using Squarespace, a third-party website platform. Squarespace does not provide mental health services, clinical oversight, or professional advice.
Squarespace is not responsible for:
The accuracy of content on this Site
Any therapeutic services described or provided
Communications submitted through contact forms
Any outcomes related to use of this Site
Any interaction you have regarding psychotherapy services is solely between you and Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT.
3. NO THERAPIST–CLIENT RELATIONSHIP
Viewing, reading, or interacting with this Site — including submitting a contact form, scheduling request, email inquiry, or self-assessment — does not establish a therapist–client relationship.
A therapist–client relationship is established only after:
An initial consultation has occurred
Mutual agreement to treatment is reached
Required intake and informed consent documents are completed and signed
Psychotherapy services are provided only to clients physically located in New York or New Jersey at the time of session, in accordance with state licensing laws.
4. THERAPY-SPECIFIC INFORMED CONSENT (WEBSITE DISCLAIMER)
Nature of Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a collaborative process that may involve emotional exploration, discussion of past experiences, and development of coping strategies. While therapy can be beneficial, outcomes are not guaranteed, and progress varies by individual.
Risks & Benefits
Potential benefits may include improved emotional insight, self-awareness, and relational functioning. Potential risks may include emotional discomfort, distress, or temporary increases in symptoms as difficult topics are explored.
No Crisis or Emergency Services
This Site, including contact forms and email links, is not monitored continuously and is not appropriate for emergency or crisis situations.
If you are in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm:
Call 911
Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Go to the nearest emergency room
5. LICENSURE & JURISDICTION (NY & NJ)
Innae Julia Kim is licensed to provide psychotherapy services in New York and New Jersey, in accordance with applicable state laws and professional regulations.
Telehealth and in-person services are offered only to individuals physically located in NY or NJ at the time of service.
This Site is operated from the United States. Individuals accessing this Site from other locations do so at their own discretion and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
6. PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
Information submitted through this Site (including Squarespace contact forms) is not protected by HIPAA and should not include sensitive clinical or diagnostic information.
Confidentiality protections apply only after a formal therapist–client relationship is established and are governed by:
New York State law
New Jersey law
HIPAA
Professional ethical standards
Please review the Privacy Policy for additional details.
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content on this Site — including text, images, blog posts, graphics, and downloadable materials — is the intellectual property of Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.
8. PROHIBITED USES
You agree not to:
Misuse or interfere with the Site
Attempt unauthorized access
Use the Site for commercial solicitation
Submit false or misleading information
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
This Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience only. Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT does not control or endorse third-party content and is not responsible for their practices or accuracy.
10. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
This Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.
Mental health information on this Site is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.
11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of this Site or reliance on its content.
12. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York & New Jersey, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
13. MODIFICATIONS
These Terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of this Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Innae Julia Kim, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT regarding use of this Site.