Website Terms of Use

Last Updated January 2025.

Thank you for visiting the Wild Path Institute website (“Website”). We hope you find our content thoughtful, supportive, and informative.

Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms” or “Agreement”) carefully before using this Website. By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have had reasonable access to review these Terms and agree to be legally bound by them as of the date of first access.

If you do not agree to these Terms or are not legally able to form a binding contract, you must immediately discontinue use of this Website.

1. General Purpose

These Terms govern your access to and use of the Website operated by Wild Path Institute (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). You and the Company may be referred to collectively as the “Parties,” and individually as a “Party.”

By using this Website, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

2. Age Limitations

This Website is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. By using the Website, you represent that you meet the minimum age requirements to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction. If you are under 13, you are not permitted to use this Website. Certain services, programs, or offerings may require users to be 18 years of age or older, as stated at registration.

3. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

4. Website Access and Availability

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website or any portion of it at any time without notice. We are not liable if all or part of the Website is unavailable for any reason, including maintenance or updates. If you are required to provide registration or account information, you warrant that all information submitted is accurate and current.

5. Privacy and Data Use

Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Important Mental Health Notice: Information submitted through this Website is not considered protected health information (PHI) and does not create a therapist-client relationship. Do not submit sensitive clinical or health information through Website forms. Psychotherapy services are governed separately by HIPAA-compliant documentation provided by licensed clinicians.

6. Account Security

If you receive login credentials, you are responsible for maintaining their confidentiality. You agree to:

  • Keep credentials private

  • Notify us immediately of unauthorized access

  • Log out after each session, especially on shared devices

We reserve the right to disable accounts or credentials at our discretion.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website—including text, graphics, videos, logos, course materials, and downloadable content—is the exclusive intellectual property of Wild Path Institute or its licensors. You may access content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or publicly display content without prior written permission. Company trademarks, branding, and logos may not be used without express written consent.

8. Linking to Our Website

You may link to our Website provided that:

  • The link does not imply endorsement or affiliation

  • No content is copied in full without permission

  • The linking site complies with applicable laws and these Terms

We reserve the right to request removal of any links at our discretion.

9. Restricted Uses

You agree not to use the Website:

  • In violation of any applicable law

  • For discriminatory, harmful, or deceptive purposes

  • To impersonate the Company

  • To distribute spam, malware, or malicious code

  • To scrape, crawl, or automate data extraction

  • To interfere with Website security or functionality

Unauthorized access attempts are strictly prohibited.

10. User Submissions

Any content you submit (comments, forms, testimonials, media, etc.) is considered non-confidential. By submitting content, you grant the Company a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, and display such content for business purposes. You are solely responsible for your submissions. We are not liable for user-generated content and reserve the right to remove content or terminate access at our discretion.

11. Consent to Use Testimonials and Media

By submitting testimonials, reviews, images, or tagged content, you grant permission for reasonable business and marketing use, including use of your name and likeness as publicly shared.

12. Monitoring and Enforcement

We reserve the right to:

  • Remove content

  • Terminate access

  • Disclose information as required by law

  • Pursue legal remedies for violations of these Terms

13. Website Disclaimer

This Website provides educational and informational content only. Participation in courses, workshops, retreats, or wellness offerings does not constitute psychotherapy and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Nothing on this Website constitutes legal, medical, psychological, or financial advice. 

Only services explicitly identified as psychotherapy and delivered by licensed clinicians under informed consent qualify as mental health treatment.

Somatic and experiential practices may evoke emotional responses. You agree to participate at your own discretion and seek appropriate professional support when needed.

14. External and Affiliate Links

We may link to third-party websites for convenience. We do not control or endorse third-party content and are not responsible for their practices.

15. No Warranties

The Website is provided “as-is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free content, or specific results.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wild Path Institute shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of the Website. If liability is found, total liability shall not exceed the amount paid to the Company in the twelve months preceding the claim.

17. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company and its designees from claims arising out of your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

18. Binding Arbitration

Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, held in Alachua County, Florida, unless otherwise determined by the Company.

19. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

20. Severability and Waiver

If any provision is found unenforceable, remaining provisions remain in effect. Failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver of future enforcement.

21. Notices

Legal notices must be sent by certified mail to:

Wild Path Institute
1215 NW 14th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601

Email communications may be sent to: wildpathinstitute@gmail.com

22. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement regarding Website use. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

Privacy Policy

Wild Path Institute

Last Updated: January 2025

Wild Path Institute (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share when visiting or interacting with our website (the “Website”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose information obtained through the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use, which are incorporated by reference.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

We may collect personal information that you choose to provide, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment and billing information (processed by secure third-party vendors)

  • Information submitted through contact forms, applications, registrations, waitlists, or subscriptions

You are responsible for ensuring that all information you submit is accurate and current.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain non-identifying information, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Website

  • Referring website addresses

  • Website usage and analytics data

This information is used to maintain Website functionality, enhance user experience, and improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests

  • Provide access to services, programs, or resources

  • Process registrations, applications, and payments

  • Send newsletters, announcements, or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)

  • Improve Website performance and offerings

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

3. Psychotherapy, HIPAA, and Confidentiality

Wild Path Institute offers both psychotherapy services and non-clinical educational, training, wellness, and community offerings.

Website Communications

  • Information submitted through this Website is not considered protected health information (PHI).

  • Submitting a form, inquiry, or registration through the Website does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

  • Please do not submit sensitive medical or mental health information through Website forms.

Psychotherapy Services

If you engage in psychotherapy services with a licensed clinician affiliated with Wild Path Institute:

  • Your privacy rights are governed by a separate HIPAA-compliant Notice of Privacy Practices

  • That document will be provided directly by your therapist as required by law

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, pixels, or similar tracking technologies to:

  • Analyze Website traffic and usage

  • Improve functionality and performance

  • Support marketing and communication efforts

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit Website functionality.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party vendors to support our operations, including but not limited to:

  • Payment processors

  • Email marketing platforms

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

  • Scheduling or registration systems

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only as necessary to provide services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or platforms.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks of online communication and data storage.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or update of your information

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Request deletion of certain personal data, subject to legal limitations

Requests may be submitted to: wildpathinstitute@gmail.com

9. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

10. Geographic Limitations

The Website is operated from the United States and is intended for use by individuals located within the United States. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your information in the United States.

11. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your information:

  • To service providers assisting in Website operations

  • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or law enforcement requests

  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of the Company, users, or others

We do not sell your personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Wild Path Institute
1215 NW 14th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601
wildpathinstitute@gmail.com