Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC website (the "Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms of Use, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes to these terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Website Purpose

This Website provides general information about Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC, our outpatient mental health practice, services, locations, and how to contact our office. The information presented on this Website is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

• The content on this Website does not constitute medical advice, mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• No therapist-client relationship is formed by accessing, browsing, or otherwise using this Website.
• The information provided should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a qualified mental health professional.

3. No Medical Advice Disclaimer

The content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, and other materials, is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as, a substitute for professional mental health services, counseling, therapy, diagnosis, or treatment.

• Do not disregard, avoid, or delay seeking professional mental health advice based on information found on this Website.
• Always seek the advice of a qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a mental health condition or treatment.
• Any mental health educational content provided on this Website is general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances.
• The use of any information on this Website is solely at your own risk.

4. Contact Form & Communications

Our Website includes a contact form that allows you to send general inquiries to our office. Please be aware of the following important considerations when using this feature:

• Submitting a message through the contact form does not create a therapist-client relationship.
• Email communications sent to or from our office may not be fully secure and could be intercepted by third parties.
• For secure and confidential communications, please use the client portal or contact our office directly by phone at (641) 856-2688.
• We will make every reasonable effort to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner; however, submitting a contact form does not guarantee a response within any specific time frame.

5. Client Portal

Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC provides a separate, HIPAA-compliant client portal for existing clients to securely communicate with their provider, access documents, and manage appointments. Please note the following:

• The client portal is a separate system from this Website and is governed by its own terms of service and privacy policies.
• Access to the client portal is limited to established clients who have been provided login credentials by our office.
• Your portal credentials are confidential and should not be shared with any other person.
• If you suspect unauthorized access to your portal account, please contact our office immediately at (641) 856-2688.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, page layout, and overall design, is the property of Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

• You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise use any content from this Website without the prior written permission of Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC.
• Educational materials provided on this Website are intended for personal, non-commercial use only.
• Any unauthorized use of the content on this Website may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

7. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices, which describe how we handle information collected through this Website and in the course of providing professional services.

We encourage you to review our Privacy Policy / Notice of Privacy Practices for detailed information about how your data is collected, used, and safeguarded.

8. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC. These links are provided solely for your convenience and informational purposes.

• We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, practices, or availability of any third-party websites or services.
• The inclusion of a link on this Website does not imply our endorsement of the linked site or any association with its operators.
• We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our Website.

9. Limitation of Liability

This Website and all content, materials, and information provided on it are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

• Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC makes no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any content on this Website.
• In no event shall Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC, its employees, or its agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, this Website.
• This limitation of liability applies to damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of revenue, or loss of profits, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

10. Changes to Terms

Paula S. Gordy LISW, LLC reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms of Use at any time and at our sole discretion. Changes may be made without prior notice to you.

• We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.
• Your continued use of the Website after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms of Use.
• Material changes to these terms will be indicated by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under or relating to these Terms of Use shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the State of Iowa, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Use, please do not hesitate to contact us: