Terms & Conditions

Path & Presence Therapy is a private mental health counseling practice operated by Carina Nation, Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC), serving adults and couples in Utah.

Our services focus on helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and life transitions through thoughtful, individualized, trauma-informed care.

Services may include:

• Individual psychotherapy

• Couples counseling

• Telehealth therapy throughout Utah

• Walk & Talk Therapy in the Park City area

• Other therapeutic approaches appropriate to an individual's needs

Services are provided in accordance with applicable professional standards, licensing requirements, and ethical guidelines.

Information presented on this website is intended to help prospective clients understand our approach, explore available services, and determine whether Path & Presence Therapy may be an appropriate fit.

The information provided on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only.

Although we strive to share accurate, helpful, and clinically informed information, website content should not be interpreted as:

• A mental health diagnosis

• Individualized psychological or medical advice

• A professional treatment recommendation

• A substitute for counseling, medical care, or emergency services

• A guarantee of any particular treatment outcome

Everyone's experiences, circumstances, and mental health needs are different. Information that may be helpful to one individual may not be appropriate for another.

If you are experiencing mental health concerns, we encourage you to seek individualized guidance from a qualified professional.

Visiting this website, submitting an inquiry, scheduling a consultation, or communicating with Path & Presence Therapy does not automatically establish a therapist-client relationship.

A therapeutic relationship begins only after the practice has determined that services are appropriate, agreed to provide care, and completed the applicable intake and informed-consent process.

Before treatment begins, clients will receive information regarding the nature of services, professional expectations, confidentiality, fees, scheduling, cancellation policies, and other applicable practice requirements.

Clients may also be asked to complete intake questionnaires, provide relevant background information, and acknowledge treatment-related policies.

These Terms & Conditions govern general website use and do not replace the separate clinical agreements required for treatment.

Path & Presence Therapy offers appointment requests and scheduling options through its website and designated scheduling systems.

Submitting an appointment request does not guarantee availability or acceptance into treatment.

Appointments are subject to provider availability, clinical appropriateness, scheduling confirmation, and completion of required documentation.

We may recommend another provider, treatment setting, or level of care when an individual's needs fall outside our scope of practice or available services.

Clients are responsible for providing accurate contact information and notifying the practice of scheduling changes.

Specific appointment expectations, late-cancellation requirements, no-show fees, and rescheduling procedures will be provided separately as part of the practice's financial and informed-consent documentation.

Path & Presence Therapy accepts certain commercial insurance and Medicare Advantage plans, subject to individual network participation, eligibility, and benefits.

Insurance coverage varies by plan and may depend on medical necessity, deductible requirements, copayments, coinsurance, authorization requirements, and other policy provisions.

Acceptance of an insurance plan does not guarantee payment or coverage for a particular service.

Clients are encouraged to verify their benefits before beginning treatment. Our practice can assist with understanding available information; however, final coverage determinations are made by the insurance carrier.

Clients are responsible for applicable out-of-pocket costs and financial obligations disclosed through the practice's financial agreement, subject to insurance contracts and applicable law.

Fees for private-pay services and any applicable cancellation charges will be communicated before services are provided.

The practice will provide any required estimates or financial disclosures in accordance with applicable laws.

Path & Presence Therapy offers telehealth counseling to eligible clients located within Utah.

Telehealth allows clients to participate in therapy through approved electronic communication platforms rather than attending an in-person appointment.

To help protect confidentiality and maintain effective treatment, clients participating in telehealth sessions are expected to:

• Attend from a private, appropriate location.

• Use a reliable internet connection and compatible device.

• Minimize interruptions and distractions.

• Inform the therapist of their physical location at the beginning of each session.

• Communicate any technical difficulties that may affect the appointment.

Telehealth services are subject to professional licensing requirements and applicable laws based on the client's physical location at the time of treatment.

If a client is temporarily outside Utah, the practice must determine whether services can legally and appropriately be provided before proceeding.

Telehealth may not be suitable for every situation or clinical need. Clients will receive a separate telehealth informed-consent agreement describing its benefits, limitations, risks, privacy considerations, and emergency procedures.

Walk & Talk Therapy is an outdoor counseling option offered in designated locations throughout the Park City area.

This service combines traditional therapeutic conversation with gentle movement in an outdoor environment.

Clients do not need to be particularly athletic to participate. Session locations and activities are selected with consideration for individual needs, comfort, physical abilities, weather conditions, and clinical appropriateness.

Because sessions take place outdoors, certain considerations differ from traditional office-based therapy. These may include:

• Changes in weather or trail conditions

• Uneven walking surfaces or other environmental hazards

• Incidental encounters with members of the public

• Limitations on privacy in shared outdoor spaces

• The need to modify, reschedule, or relocate sessions for safety or clinical reasons

Walk & Talk Therapy is optional and may not be appropriate for every client or every therapeutic situation.

Before participating, clients will receive information about outdoor therapy expectations, confidentiality considerations, potential physical risks, and alternative session arrangements.

Participation requires separate informed consent.

We understand that reaching out for therapy may involve sharing sensitive or personal information.

Path & Presence Therapy takes client privacy seriously and uses appropriate administrative and technical safeguards for information handled through its practice systems.

However, general website forms, standard email, and other electronic communications may involve privacy and security risks.

Unless specifically instructed to use an approved secure system, please avoid submitting sensitive clinical details, financial information, or other highly confidential information through general website contact forms.

Electronic communication should generally be used for scheduling, administrative questions, and general inquiries rather than ongoing therapeutic conversations.

Messages submitted through the website or general email are not monitored continuously and should not be used to communicate urgent clinical or safety concerns.

Once treatment begins, clients will receive additional information about approved communication methods and how confidential information is handled.

Please refer to our separate Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices for information about the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal and health information.

Path & Presence Therapy is not an emergency or crisis-response service.

This website, its contact forms, appointment requests, and routine communication systems are not monitored 24 hours a day.

If you are experiencing an immediate medical or mental health emergency, believe you may harm yourself or someone else, or are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

For immediate emotional support or assistance during a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Additional information is available at www.988lifeline.org.

Please do not rely on website messages, email, or appointment requests for emergency assistance.

Path & Presence Therapy respects the privacy of individuals seeking mental health services.

Confidential clinical information is handled in accordance with applicable federal and Utah laws, professional ethical standards, and the practice's Notice of Privacy Practices.

Confidentiality is an important part of therapy, but legal and ethical exceptions may apply in certain circumstances, including situations involving mandatory reporting, threats to safety, or other disclosures required or permitted by law.

Clients will receive additional information about confidentiality, its limitations, and their privacy rights before beginning treatment.

Use of this website does not require visitors to waive any legal rights relating to their personal information or protected health information.

Path & Presence Therapy is committed to providing respectful, ethical, and professionally appropriate mental health services.

Clients have the right to:

• Receive information about their therapist's credentials, qualifications, and professional experience.

• Ask questions about recommended treatment methods, expected duration, and applicable fees.

• Participate in decisions about their care.

• Request additional information about services.

• Seek a second opinion.

• Raise questions or concerns about their treatment.

• Discontinue treatment at any time, subject to applicable legal requirements and arrangements for appropriate continuity of care.

• Receive information about confidentiality and their privacy rights.

• Request access to their records as permitted by law.

Professional relationships must maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries.

Dual relationships, including romantic, sexual, financially motivated, or other relationships that could compromise a provider's professional judgment or the quality of care, are inappropriate and should be reported to the Utah Division of Professional Licensing.

Provider Information

Carina Nation, CMHC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Practice: Path & Presence Therapy
Website: www.pathandpresencetherapy.com
Phone: 435-776-5606
Email: Carina.nation@pathpresencetherapy.com

Clients may request additional information about professional qualifications, treatment approaches, ethical standards, fees, and other disclosures required by Utah law.

Licensing Questions and Complaints

Individuals who have concerns regarding a licensed mental health professional may contact:

Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL)
Phone: (801) 530-6630
Email: dopl@utah.gov
Website: https://commerce.utah.gov/dopl/file-a-complaint/

Clients may contact DOPL directly and are not required to resolve concerns with the practice before seeking information from the licensing authority.

To protect client confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries, Path & Presence Therapy does not use public social media platforms for clinical communication or ongoing therapeutic interactions.

Social media accounts and publicly available educational content are intended for general information and community engagement.

Following, liking, sharing, or commenting on social media content does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

Clients are encouraged to use the communication methods provided during intake for questions related to treatment.

We also encourage clients to consider their own privacy before commenting on public posts or otherwise identifying themselves as receiving mental health services.

Unless otherwise indicated, the written content, graphics, design elements, branding, logos, photographs, and other original materials presented on this website belong to Path & Presence Therapy or are used with appropriate permission.

Content may be viewed, downloaded, or printed for personal, noncommercial informational purposes.

Website materials may not be reproduced, sold, modified, distributed, or used commercially without appropriate authorization from the rights holder.

Third-party materials remain the property of their respective owners.

Our website may contain links to external resources, insurance providers, scheduling platforms, educational materials, or other third-party services.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.

Path & Presence Therapy does not control the content, security practices, availability, or privacy policies of external websites.

Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies and terms of any third-party platform they choose to use.

A link to an outside resource does not necessarily indicate endorsement of every statement, service, or product offered by that organization.

We make reasonable efforts to keep website information accurate, helpful, and current.

However, information about services, insurance participation, appointment availability, fees, scheduling options, and other practice details may change.

We cannot guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, or free from technical errors.

If you discover inaccurate information or experience difficulty accessing an important feature, please contact the practice so we can assist.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions limits a client's rights under applicable law or alters the professional obligations owed during an established therapeutic relationship.

Path & Presence Therapy is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and accessible experience.

We recognize that individuals may have different physical, communication, technological, or accessibility needs.

If you experience difficulty using this website or need assistance accessing information about our services, please contact us.

We welcome the opportunity to discuss reasonable accommodations and alternative ways to provide information or facilitate communication.

Path & Presence Therapy may update these Terms & Conditions to reflect changes in website features, services, operations, or applicable requirements.

Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Changes to website terms do not replace any notice, authorization, or consent required for clinical services.

We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.

These website Terms & Conditions are intended to operate in accordance with applicable laws of the State of Utah and the United States.

Nothing in these terms is intended to waive protections available under professional licensing laws, consumer protection laws, healthcare privacy laws, or other applicable legal requirements.

If any provision is determined to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply to the extent permitted by law.

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, our website, or the services offered by Path & Presence Therapy, please contact:

Path & Presence Therapy
Carina Nation, CMHC
Park City, Utah
Website: www.pathandpresencetherapy.com
Email: Carina.nation@pathpresencetherapy.com
Phone: 435-776-5606

We are happy to answer general questions and help you determine the appropriate next step.