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 its owners, practitioners, facilitators, teachers, employees, volunteers, assistants, and representatives (collectively, “Released Parties”).

1. SERVICES PROVIDED

Participant understands and acknowledges that services may include craniosacral therapy sessions, spiritual healing sessions, classes, immersions, retreats, workshops, 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. CONSENT FOR TOUCH & NON-TOUCH WORK (ADULT PARTICIPANTS)

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

4. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

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.

5. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

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.

6. PROMISE NOT TO SUE

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.

7. INDEMNIFICATION

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

8. 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

9. NO GUARANTEES

Participant understands that results vary and no specific healing, outcome, or benefit is promised or guaranteed.

10. 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

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.

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.

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

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State/Province of California.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. 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.

14. 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.

Client Consent & Liability Waiver

1. SERVICES PROVIDED

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. CONSENT FOR TOUCH & NON-TOUCH WORK (ADULT PARTICIPANTS)

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

4. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

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.

5. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

6. PROMISE NOT TO SUE

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.

7. INDEMNIFICATION

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

8. 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

9. NO GUARANTEES

Participant understands that results vary and no specific healing, outcome, or benefit is promised or guaranteed.

10. 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

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.

WAIVER, RELEASE & PROMISE NOT TO SUE (MINOR)

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

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State/Province of California.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. 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.

14. ACKNOWLEDGMENT & ELECTRONIC ACCEPTANCE FOR SIGNATURE