Terms of Service

Terms of Service & Privacy Policy

Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC
Effective Date: February 17, 2026

Welcome to the website of Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

This website is intended for informational purposes only and does not establish a therapist-client relationship.


No Therapy Relationship Created by Website Use

Viewing this website, submitting a contact form, subscribing to updates, or scheduling a consultation does not create a therapeutic relationship.

A therapy relationship is only established after:

  • Completion of required intake paperwork,

  • Review and signing of informed consent documents, and

  • Mutual agreement to begin services.


Information Collected

Contact Form

If you complete the contact form, you may provide:

  • Name

  • Phone number

  • Email address

  • A general message

This information is sent via standard email and is used solely to respond to your inquiry and, if requested, initiate services.

Email is not a HIPAA-secure form of communication. While reasonable precautions are taken, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed via standard email. If you prefer secure communication, a HIPAA-compliant alternative can be provided.


Scheduling & Intake Platforms

All therapy scheduling, intake documentation, and clinical records are handled through HIPAA-compliant platforms such as:

  • SimplePractice

  • Ensora Health

  • Sessions Health

No protected health information (PHI) is collected directly through this website.

Consultation Scheduling

Acuity Scheduling may be used for booking free consultation appointments only. Acuity is not used to collect or store therapy-related health information.

Consultations may be conducted via Google Meet, which is used under a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) and configured to comply with HIPAA standards.


Substack & Email Communications

If you subscribe to updates or newsletters:

  • Your email address is stored through Substack.

  • Emails are used solely for direct communication and updates from Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC.

  • You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in each email.

Substack operates under its own privacy policy.


Website Analytics

This website may use tools such as UberSuggest to track general site engagement. These tools may collect anonymized, non-identifying data such as:

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

This information is used to improve website performance and content.

No identifying health information is collected through analytics.


Cookies

To the best of our knowledge, this website does not actively deploy first-party tracking cookies. However, third-party services (such as analytics tools or embedded content) may set cookies.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.


Third-Party Links

This website may link to third-party directories or services such as:

  • TherapyDen

  • Psychology Today

These external sites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC is not responsible for their data practices.


Geographic Scope of Services

Therapy services are provided only to individuals physically located in the state of Texas at the time of service, in accordance with state licensing laws.

Services may be provided to adults and minors. For minors, a parent or legal guardian must initiate contact and provide consent prior to services beginning.


Confidentiality & Records

No clinical records are maintained through this website.

All therapy documentation and protected health information are securely stored through HIPAA-compliant systems in accordance with:

  • Federal HIPAA regulations

  • Texas state law

  • Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) standards

You have the right to request access to your records or request deletion of non-clinical contact information.

To request records or deletion of contact information, email:
amara@rootboundtobloom.com

Identity verification may be required before records are released.


Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, branding, graphics, logos, and downloadable materials, is the property of Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC unless otherwise stated.

Content may not be copied, distributed, or reproduced without written permission.


Limitation of Liability

This website provides educational and informational content only. It is not a substitute for medical, psychiatric, or emergency care.

Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC is not liable for:

  • Decisions made based on website content

  • Technology failures

  • Third-party platform disruptions

  • Damages arising from misuse of website information

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988.


Right to File a Complaint

Rootbound to Bloom, PLLC is regulated by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC).

If you have concerns about professional conduct, you may file a complaint with:

Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council
George H.W. Bush State Office Building
1801 Congress Ave., Ste. 7.300
Austin, Texas 78701
Phone: (512) 305-7700
Website: https://www.bhec.texas.gov

You may also contact:

Office of the Attorney General of Texas
Consumer Protection Division
Phone: (800) 621-0508
Website: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov

Filing a complaint will not affect your right to receive services.


Changes to This Policy

This Terms of Service & Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Updates will be reflected by the effective date listed above.

Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.


Contact

For questions about this policy or how information is handled, please contact:

amara@rootboundtobloom.com