Client Consent & Liability Waiver
This Waiver of Liability is entered into by the undersigned participant (“Participant”) and/or the parent or legal guardian of a minor participant (“Guardian”) in favor of Margaret Harrsen, including her owners, practitioners, facilitators, teachers, employees, volunteers, assistants, and representatives (collectively, “Released Parties”).
1. SERVICES PROVIDED
Participant understands and acknowledges that services may include in-person or distance Craniosacral Therapy, Pediatric Craniosacral Therapy, Spiritual Healing, Classes, Immersions, Retreats, and Related practices, which may involve gentle physical touch, non-touch (energetic or guided) practices, verbal guidance, meditation, movement, emotional exploration, and group activities. These services are holistic and spiritual in nature and are not medical, psychological, or psychiatric treatment.
2. NO MEDICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE
Participant understands and agrees that:
The services provided are not a substitute for medical or mental health care
No diagnosis, prescription, or medical advice is given
No guarantees are made regarding outcomes or results
Participant is responsible for consulting licensed healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health conditions
Participant will continue any prescribed treatment unless advised otherwise by a licensed professional
3. Financial Policies
Professional Fees and Rate Structure: Participant agrees to pay the standard professional fee corresponding to their selected single session type ($250, $300, or $350) or chosen multi-session package type ($750, $900, or $1,050) as selected and confirmed during the online booking process. Payment is due in full at the time of purchase. Upon successful payment, bookings are considered complete, and the Participant must initiate an email to the practitioner to schedule the specific date and time of their session(s).
Strict 48-Hour Rescheduling Policy: Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you. Because sessions require dedicated preparation and scheduling, a strict 48-hour notice is required for all rescheduling requests. Sudden, unavoidable medical emergencies will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of the practitioner.
Final Sale Policy: All session bookings, packages, and completed treatments are strictly final sale and non-refundable. Once a session is booked and payment is processed, no refunds will be issued under any circumstances, including but not limited to: Participant dissatisfaction, schedule conflicts, or changes of mind. If you need to reschedule, you must do so in accordance with the 48-Hour Rescheduling Policy outlined above.
Late Arrival Policy: If you arrive late to your scheduled session, your session will still end precisely at its scheduled time to respect the practitioner’s itinerary and subsequent Participants. The full session fee applies regardless of the duration of treatment received due to a late arrival.
Administrative & Communication Policy: To maintain administrative efficiency and track scheduling accurately, all rescheduling notifications, billing questions, and booking adjustments must be submitted strictly via email. Texts, social media messages, or phone calls regarding scheduling will not be processed as valid notification.
4. Professional Boundaries & Dual Relationships Policy
Scope of the Therapeutic Relationship: Craniosacral Therapy & Spiritual Healing work is a specialized modality that requires a secure, objective, and uninterrupted container to ensure client safety and therapeutic efficacy. To maintain the highest ethical and professional standards of care, this practice operates strictly under a No Dual Relationships model.
Separation of Professional and Personal Frameworks: Practitioner and Participant agree that the relationship between them is exclusively professional. Socializing, personal friendships, or blending casual personal dynamics with treatment compromises the objectivity of the therapeutic space and is not permitted.
Communication: All inquiries, scheduling, and business-related communication must be conducted strictly through official business channels (e.g., email or booking website). Personal text messages, social media direct messaging, and casual non-business communication are completely prohibited.
Termination of Care: If a personal relationship develops or if professional boundaries are crossed by either party, the therapeutic frame is considered compromised. In such an event, the relationship will be immediately terminated, and the practitioner will provide external professional referrals to ensure continuity of care with another practitioner.
5. CONSENT FOR TOUCH & NON-TOUCH WORK (ADULT)
Participant understands that sessions and activities may involve either touch-based or non-touch practices.
Participant acknowledges that:
Any touch is professional, respectful, and therapeutic/spiritual in nature
Touch, if used, is typically gentle and over clothing, and may involve areas such as the head, shoulders, arms, back, legs, feet, or sacral area, depending on the modality
Consent is voluntary and ongoing
Participant may decline, limit, or withdraw consent for touch at any time, verbally or non-verbally, without explanation or penalty
Non-touch alternatives are available whenever possible
6. ASSUMPTION OF RISK (ADULT)
Participant knowingly, voluntarily, and freely assumes all risks, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising from participation in the services, including but not limited to:
Physical sensations or discomfort
Emotional release or psychological responses
Fatigue, dizziness, or altered states of awareness
Aggravation of pre-existing physical, emotional, or psychological conditions
Risks associated with group activities, travel, accommodations, outdoor environments, or retreat settings
Participation is entirely voluntary, and Participant may stop or modify participation at any time.
7. WAIVER, RELEASE & PROMISE NOT TO SUE (ADULT)
Participant hereby waives, releases, and forever discharges the Released Parties from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses of any kind, whether arising from negligence or otherwise, related to or arising from participation in the services. This release applies to personal injury, emotional distress, illness, property damage, or death, whether occurring during or after participation.Participant agrees not to file, initiate, or pursue any lawsuit, claim, or legal action against the Released Parties for any injury, loss, or damage arising from participation in the services.
8. INDEMNIFICATION (ADULT)
Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to:
Participant’s participation in the services
Participant’s breach of this Agreement
Claims brought by third parties related to Participant’s actions
9. PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES
Participant affirms that they:
Are physically, emotionally, and mentally capable of participating
Will communicate any discomfort, boundaries, medical conditions, or concerns
Take full responsibility for their own well-being, choices, and participation
10. NO GUARANTEES
Participant understands that results vary and no specific healing, outcome, or benefit is promised or guaranteed.
11. MINOR PARTICIPANT CONSENT, TOUCH CONSENT & RELEASE
(For Participants Under 18 Years of Age)
I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian (“Guardian”), hereby give my informed consent for my child or legal ward (“Minor”) to participate in the services described above.
I understand and acknowledge that:
The services are holistic and spiritual, not medical or mental health treatment
Participation may involve gentle touch or non-touch practices
Any touch with the Minor will be professional, respectful, and optional
The Minor’s verbal and non-verbal cues will be honored at all times
The Minor may refuse or stop participation or touch at any time
12. ASSUMPTION OF RISK (MINOR)
On behalf of myself and the Minor, I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, whether known or unknown, arising from the Minor’s participation in the services.
13. WAIVER, RELEASE & PROMISE NOT TO SUE (MINOR)
On behalf of myself and the Minor, I hereby waive, release, and forever discharge the Released Parties from any and all claims or liabilities arising out of the Minor’s participation, including claims based on negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by law. I further agree not to initiate or permit any lawsuit or claim to be brought on behalf of the Minor against the Released Parties.
14. INDEMNIFICATION (MINOR)
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:
The Minor’s participation
Any breach of this Agreement by myself or the Minor
Claims brought by or on behalf of the Minor or third parties related to participation
15. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State/Province of California.
16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements. It may only be modified in writing.
18. ACKNOWLEDGMENT & ELECTRONIC ACCEPTANCE FOR SIGNATURE
By checking the box “I Agree”and completing my booking online, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to this Agreement. I understand that my electronic acceptance constitutes a legally binding agreement for myself as an adult “Participant” or for my child as a parent or legal “Guardian” and is the equivalent of my handwritten signature and I understand that I am giving up substantial legal rights. This Agreement is legally binding and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law, even without a physical signature.