Terms of Service

Welcome to my website. By using this website, scheduling an appointment, or submitting information, you agree to the following Terms of Service. These terms are designed to protect you, maintain ethical boundaries, and support a clear, respectful relationship.

Nature of Services

I provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and whole-person nutrition guidance as a Registered Dietitian. The information on this website is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical care.

You become an active client only after:

Submitting a booking request
Completing the required eligibility form
Receiving confirmation that your appointment has been approved
Completing payment (if applicable)

Submitting a request or form does not automatically establish a client-provider relationship.

Not Medical Advice

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as:

medical advice
diagnosis
treatment of medical conditions

Always consult your physician or qualified health provider for medical concerns.

Payment & Billing

If using insurance, coverage must be verified before your appointment is confirmed.
For donation-based care, payment must be received prior to the session.
Payment details will be provided through secure email.

Cancellation & Rescheduling

See the Cancellation Policy page for full details.

Privacy & Security

All information is handled according to my Privacy Policy and HIPAA standards.
I use secure, encrypted platforms including Carepatron and ProtonMail.

Website Use

You may not:

misuse the website
attempt to access private systems
reproduce content without written permission

All content is the intellectual property of Laureen Leyden, RDN.

Limitation of Liability

By using this website, you agree that I am not liable for:

website errors
technical interruptions
outcomes resulting from applying educational content independently

Contact

For questions about these terms, please contact me through my website on my contact page.