Disclaimer
Last updated November 2025
Welcome to the website of Willow and Ivy Counseling, PLLC (“Willow and Ivy,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, located at https://willowandivycounseling.com (the “Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. Educational and Informational Purposes Only
The information provided on this website, including text, graphics, videos, blog posts, downloads, or other materials, is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any mental health or medical condition.
The information provided does not constitute professional advice, counseling, or therapy. You should not rely solely on the content of this site for decision-making related to your mental health.
2. No Therapist–Client Relationship
Your use of this website or communication through this site (including contact forms, email, or social media messages) does not create a therapist–client relationship between you and Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC.
A formal therapeutic relationship is established only after you complete the intake process, sign the required consent forms, and a written agreement for services has been executed.
3. Telehealth Services
Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC provides telehealth counseling services to clients located in the state of Illinois only. If you are viewing this website from another state or country, you acknowledge that services described here are not available to you unless you are physically located in Illinois at the time of your session.
4. Not a Substitute for Professional Care
This website and its content are not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis, please do not use this website. Instead, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.
If you are located in Illinois, you can also contact the Illinois Warm Line (866-359-7953) for non-crisis emotional support.
5. Confidentiality and Electronic Communication
Please do not send sensitive personal information through email or this website’s contact form. While reasonable efforts are made to ensure your privacy, electronic communication carries inherent risks and cannot be guaranteed to be fully secure.
Your privacy is important. Please review the Privacy Policy for details on how your information is collected and protected.
6. Limitation of Liability
While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC makes no warranties or guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or suitability of any information contained on this website.
By using this site, you agree that Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC and Willow and Ivy Counseling, PLLC are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of or reliance on any content on this site.
7. External Links and Resources
This website may include links to external websites or resources. These are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement or responsibility for the content or policies of those sites.
8. Updates and Changes
This Disclaimer may be updated periodically without prior notice. The most recent version will be posted on this page with the date of the last revision. Your continued use of this site constitutes acceptance of any modifications.
9. Professional Credentials and Jurisdiction
Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois. Professional counseling services are governed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and applicable state and federal laws.
This website and its content are intended for individuals residing in, or physically present in, Illinois at the time services are rendered.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact:
Elizabeth Tyrpak, LCPC
Willow and Ivy Counseling, PLLC
2501 Chatham Rd
Suite 6113
Springfield, IL, 62704
Email: lizzi@willowandivycounseling.com
Phone: 773.985.4735