Disclaimers

Medical and Professional Disclaimer

Effective Date: July 7, 2026
Last Updated: July 7, 2026

The information provided on www.birminghamcounselingsolutions.com (the "Site") by Birmingham Counseling Solutions is for general educational, informational, and self-help purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional clinical advice, diagnosis, or psychiatric treatment.

1. No Medical or Psychological Advice

The content on this Site—including text, graphics, blog articles, downloaded PDFs, and responses to contact forms—is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

Viewing this Site, filling out a contact form, or requesting an appointment through our SimplePractice link does not form a therapist-client relationship. A professional relationship is only formed after a formal intake assessment is completed and a clinical consent contract is signed by both parties.

3. Alabama Jurisdictional Notice

Mental health counseling licenses are granted state-by-state. The licensed clinicians at Birmingham Counseling Solutions are credentialed to practice in the State of Alabama. Content on this website is designed to comply with Alabama regulatory standards. We do not provide telehealth or clinical services to individuals physically located outside of Alabama unless specific, temporary interstate compacts or licensing rules apply.

4. Assumption of Risk

If you choose to apply any ideas, strategies, or coping mechanisms discussed on this Site, you do so entirely at your own risk. Birmingham Counseling Solutions is not liable for any adverse outcomes, regressions, or misunderstandings resulting from your implementation of website information. 

5. Emergency Services Disclaimer

This website is not monitored 24/7 and is not an emergency medical resource. If you are in immediate danger of hurting yourself or someone else, please stop reading this site and take action:

  • Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • Call 911 immediately

  • Go to the nearest emergency room

Right to Receive a Good Faith Estimate: Title 45 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 149.610

Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers must give patients who do not have insurance, or who are not using insurance, an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. 

Your Rights Under the Law:

  • The Right to an Estimate: You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services, including psychotherapy sessions. [

  • Timeline for Your Estimate: Your provider must give you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. 

  • Disputing a Bill: If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. 

  • Keep a Copy: Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

Questions or More Information?

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call the No Surprises Help Desk at 1-800-982-2048