- The important fine print -
Last updated August 2, 2022
Terms And Conditions Of Use
This is the fine print about sessions, classes, books and everything else I offer. These things matter as they help form a solid container for our work together and help us both be on the same page and avoid surprises of what we each expect of one another.
When you schedule with me, Joanna Schmidt, or use my website, blog, read my books, use my oracle cards, watch my video’s, or listen to my podcasts, or anything else I offer, you are agreeing to be bound by the following conditions:
Contractual terms
Parties. This Agreement is between (“you” and “your”) and Joanna Schmidt (“I”, “me”, “my”).
My Commitment to You. I promise, as a practitioner, to support you in creating, grounded, healthy shifts (for you and your animals) in your body, energy and life in the most ethical ways possible. (the “Services”).
What I Expect of You. By working with me, you are agreeing that you are fully responsible for your own well-being and actions and the actions and well-being of your animal(s), before, during, or following the Services and your interactions with me. This includes expressing to me your needs and concerns regarding our work.
Term + Termination. The term of this Agreement will begin on the start of your first session and end when we agree our work together is complete. You and I both hold the right to stop working together for any reason at any time.
Specifics of Services. I will support you as an energy worker, mentor, educator, animal communicator and practitioner of the intuitive healing arts in creating positive change through the specific Services, as outlined on my website, www.JoannaSchmidt.com
Communication. I want to hear from you! You can reach out to connect via email, phone or text and I will do my best to respond within 1-2 of my business days, Tuesday-Friday. However, I am unable to be on call after hours, on weekends or holidays.
Confidentiality. The information you share with me is private and sacred. I will not talk about you or share any information, records or notes related to our therapeutic relationship unless I have your written permission or unless I am required to do so by law.
Fees and Payment. Payment is expected at time of service. Session fees are listed in USD and outlined on my website, www.JoannaSchmidt.com. I reserve the right to change my Fees at any time and without notice. Payment is accepted via PayPal, Stripe or credit cards.
● Programs Classes, Workshops and Session Packages: You expressly agree and understand that you are responsible for full payment of Fees for the Programs Classes, Workshops and Session Packages that you have enrolled in regardless of whether you complete it or are willing or able to complete the program, regardless of unforeseen circumstances. If you choose a two payment option, you are responsible for the full and entire cost of the program, regardless of whether or not you complete it.
No Refunds Policy. I have a strict no refunds policy for all programs and services including those offered through my website, www.JoannaSchmidt.com. This means, once you have scheduled and paid for a Session, Workshop, Program or Session Bundle, I do not offer refunds. You are solely responsible for reading my terms and agreements carefully. Please contact me before you purchase any Services or Programs if you have any questions before scheduling. I am happy to help you determine if it is a good fit for you before you sign up.
● 1:1 Sessions: You may reschedule the day or time of your 1:1 session with 24 hours’ notice by following the prompts in your appointment confirmation email and choosing another available time using online schedule.
● Programs Classes and Workshops: Once you have registered and paid for a program I do not offer refunds and your registration is not transferable.
● I reserve the right to cancel a Session or Program for any reason with less than 24 hours’ notice: If this happens you will be offered a full refund via the payment platform in which you paid.
● Books and Oracle Cards: I do not offer refunds or returns on Books or Oracle cards. If purchased through my website, www.JoannaSchmidt.com, and products arrive damaged, contact me within 2 weeks for a replacement.
Experiencing the Services. Energy work can be catalytic. When receiving the Services some people may have normal responses that include: noticing shifts in your energy or body, having emotional or energetic releases such as crying or laughing, or experiencing feelings of exhaustion or extreme increases in energy, or a sudden increase in your intuitive awareness and perceptions. Alternately, some people may not notice big shifts. You are fully responsible for your aftercare and integration, which includes having and seeking appropriate support.
No Guarantees. I cannot guarantee the success of the Services. However, I can promise to provide you with the opportunity and Services to support you in your positive change, but the success of the Services ultimately depends on you.
Limits of Services. I will not offer advice, read or tell you your future, or tell you which direction and choice to make or path to take. My role is to support you in your positive change, but not to create it for you.
Not a Medical Practitioner. You and I both acknowledge that I do not prescribe, diagnose, or give medical advice, treatment, offer counseling or psychotherapy, give intuitive diagnosis or medical intuitive work for humans or animals. I am a Minister and licensed L.M.T., but not a medical practitioner.
Indemnity. You hereby indemnify me for any and all expenses, losses, damages or liabilities relating to any and all claims, debts, demands, suits, actions and causes of action which may be brought or made against me by any person or company arising out of the performance of the Services.
Intellectual property and ownership of rights. All content, images, audio recordings, videos, program materials and all text on this website and blog, (unless otherwise noted), has been created by me and is owned by me and is copyrighted and protected by law. For written permission to use copyrighted material from this site and blog email Joanna info(at)JoannaSchmidt.com
Standard Legal Things. Jurisdiction. This Agreement will be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Washington. Severability. If any provisions of this Agreement are invalid or unenforceable, the other provisions in the Agreement will remain in full force and effect. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements. Waiver of Breach. The waiver by me of any breach by you of any provision of this Agreement will not be taken to be a waiver of any further breaches by you. Notice. For the purpose of this Agreement, e-mail or text will suffice for written notice when required as set out above. Headings. The headings used in this Agreement are for stylistic purposes only and none of the content in the headings are intended to be legally binding. Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original, and all of which taken together constitute one single document. Online Agreement. We agree that this Agreement may be signed electronically or agreed to by engaging with me online, through my books, website, email or any other means, the effect of which will be the same as if we signed the Agreement by hand and the intention of which is that both parties desire to be bound by all the terms of the Agreement.