TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Last Updated: December 15th, 2025

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Welcome to Dr. Joyce Fusek's website and online courses. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC ("we," "us," "our," or "Dr. Fusek"), governing your access to and use of our website, online courses, and related services.

By accessing or using our website, purchasing our courses, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.drjoycefusek.org/privacy-policy). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease all use of our website and services.

Business Information:

Legal Entity: Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC
Address: 17 Thunder Rock Trail, Galena, IL 61036
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (779) 248-1917

2. ELIGIBILITY AND AGE REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Age Restriction

You must be at least 18 years of age to access our website, purchase our courses, or use our services. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this binding agreement.

2.2 Minors

If you are under 18 years of age, you may not use our website or services under any circumstances, even with parental consent.

3. SERVICES AND PRODUCTS

3.1 Description of Services

Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC is a licensed Clinical Psychologist offering mental health services through telehealth and online educational courses. Our services include:

Online therapy sessions via telehealth
Digital online courses for various mental health conditions, including autism
Educational content and resources

3.2 Educational Nature of Online Courses

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Our online courses are designed for educational and informational purposes only. These courses are NOT a substitute for professional mental health treatment, therapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Online course content does not constitute a therapeutic relationship between you and Dr. Fusek

Course materials should not replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, immediately contact 911 or your local emergency services

Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified mental health provider with questions regarding medical or psychological conditions

3.3 Online Therapy Services

Online therapy services provided through our telehealth platform constitute professional therapeutic services and are subject to separate agreements, professional standards, and regulatory requirements beyond these Terms.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Ownership

All content, materials, courses, videos, text, graphics, logos, images, audio, software, and other intellectual property available through our website and courses ("Content") are the exclusive property of Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You are expressly prohibited from:

Copying, reproducing, distributing, or creating derivative works from any Content
Selling, reselling, licensing, or commercially exploiting any Content
Sharing your course access credentials with others
Recording, screenshotting, or capturing course videos or materials
Uploading or distributing course materials on any platform or website
Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any software or technology
Removing or altering any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

4.3 Limited License

Upon purchase, you are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view course materials solely for your personal, non-commercial use. This license does not grant you any ownership rights to the Content.

5. PAYMENT TERMS

5.1 Payment Processors

We use Stripe integrated with Kajabi Payments to process all transactions. By making a purchase, you agree to the terms and policies of:

Stripe: https://stripe.com/legal

Kajabi Payments: https://kajabi.com/policies/payment-terms

5.2 Pricing and Payment

All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD)

Payment is required in full at the time of purchase unless you select a payment plan option

We reserve the right to change pricing at any time without prior notice

Promotional pricing and discounts cannot be combined unless explicitly stated

5.3 Payment Plans

We offer 3-month payment plans at 0% interest for select courses. Payment plan terms:

Payment plans are non-refundable
All scheduled payments must be completed according to the payment schedule
Failure to make timely payments will result in immediate suspension of course access
You remain responsible for all outstanding payments even if access is suspended

5.4 Buy Now, Pay Later Options

We offer financing through Klarna and Afterpay. These services are subject to their own terms and conditions:

Klarna: https://www.klarna.com/us/terms/

Afterpay: https://www.afterpay.com/terms-of-service

You are responsible for reviewing and accepting the terms of these third-party services.

6. NO REFUND POLICY

6.1 All Sales Are Final

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. We do not offer refunds, returns, or exchanges for any course purchases under any circumstances.

By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and agree that:

You will not be entitled to a refund for any reason

All payments are non-refundable once processed

This policy applies to all purchase types, including full payments, payment plans, and financing options

6.2 Non-Refundable Circumstances Include

You will not receive a refund in any of the following situations (this list is not exhaustive):

Change of mind or buyer's remorse
Dissatisfaction with course content or results
Failure to complete or engage with course materials
Technical difficulties or inability to access content
Personal circumstances preventing course completion
Access revoked due to policy violations
Chargeback or payment disputes initiated
Courses that have been accessed, viewed, or downloaded

6.3 Due Diligence

Before purchasing, you are responsible for:

Reviewing all course descriptions and materials available

Understanding the course content and structure

Ensuring the course meets your needs and expectations

Verifying technical compatibility with your devices

Reading and understanding these Terms in their entirety

6.4 Chargebacks and Payment Disputes

Initiating a chargeback or payment dispute will result in:

Immediate termination of course access
Potential legal action to recover the disputed amount plus costs
Forfeiture of any rights to access or use course materials

7. COURSE ACCESS AND DURATION

7.1 Lifetime Access

Upon successful payment, you receive lifetime access to purchased course materials, subject to:

Continued compliance with these Terms

Our right to update, modify, or discontinue course content

Payment of all amounts owed if on a payment plan

7.2 Access Suspension

Your access may be immediately suspended or terminated if:

Any payment fails or is missed

You violate these Terms or course community policies

You engage in fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activities

Chargeback or payment disputes are initiated

7.3 No Guaranteed Access to Updates

While we strive to improve our courses, we do not guarantee any specific updates, additions, or modifications to course content. Any updates provided are at our sole discretion.

8. PLATFORM AND TECHNOLOGY

8.1 Kajabi Platform

Our courses are hosted on Kajabi. By enrolling in a course, you acknowledge:

Course access requires internet connectivity

You are responsible for maintaining compatible devices and browsers

We are not liable for Kajabi platform downtime or technical issues

Kajabi's terms of service apply: https://kajabi.com/policies/terms-of-use

8.2 Technical Requirements

You are responsible for:

Maintaining adequate internet connectivity

Using compatible devices and updated browsers

Protecting your login credentials

Any costs associated with accessing our courses

9. COMMUNITY GUIDELINES AND USER CONDUCT

9.1 Course Comments and Questions

Students may leave comments and ask questions within the course portal for each lesson. All communications must:

Be respectful and professional

Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or harassing language

Not violate any person's privacy or rights

Remain relevant to course content

9.2 Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:

Hate speech, harassment, bullying, or threats
Spam, advertising, or solicitation
Sharing others' personal information
Posting inappropriate, offensive, or explicit content
Impersonating others or providing false information
Attempting to hack, disrupt, or compromise platform security

9.3 Enforcement

Dr. Joyce Fusek reserves the sole and absolute right to determine what constitutes acceptable conduct. We may:

Remove any comments or content at our discretion

Issue warnings to users

Immediately revoke course access for policy violations

Report illegal activities to appropriate authorities

9.4 No Refunds for Violations

If your access is revoked due to policy violations, you are not entitled to any refund and remain responsible for any outstanding payments.

10. NO RESULTS GUARANTEE

10.1 Individual Results Vary

We do not guarantee any specific results, outcomes, or benefits from participation in our courses. Each student may interpret and implement course materials differently, and results depend on numerous factors beyond our control, including:

Individual effort and commitment

Personal circumstances and background

Pre-existing conditions or limitations

Application and implementation of course concepts

10.2 Testimonials

Any testimonials or success stories shared are individual experiences and do not guarantee similar results for you. Individual results vary and depend on personal effort, circumstances, and application of the material.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

11.1 Maximum Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF JOYCE FUSEK, PSY.D., LLC FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR OUR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SPECIFIC COURSE OR SERVICE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

11.2 Exclusion of Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL JOYCE FUSEK, PSY.D., LLC BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages

Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities

Emotional distress or personal injury (except where prohibited by law)

Damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services

Damages arising from third-party conduct or content

This limitation applies regardless of whether we were advised of the possibility of such damages.

11.3 Healthcare Limitations

We are not liable for:

Any health outcomes resulting from course participation

Decisions made based on course content

Failure to seek appropriate professional medical or mental health care

Reliance on course materials as a substitute for professional treatment

12. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC, its officers, employees, contractors, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your violation of these Terms

Your use or misuse of our services

Your violation of any third-party rights

Your fraudulent, illegal, or unauthorized activities

Content you post or submit through our platform

13. PRIVACY AND DATA COLLECTION

13.1 Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, available at https://www.drjoycefusek.org/privacy-policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

13.2 Data Collection

We collect and process personal information including:

Name, email address, and phone number

Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)

Course progress and activity data

Communications and support inquiries

13.3 Third-Party Processors

By using our services, you acknowledge that your data will be processed by:

Kajabi (course hosting and customer management)

Stripe (payment processing)

Future analytics tools (Meta Pixel, Google Analytics)

For more information, please review our Privacy Policy and the privacy policies of these third-party services.

14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14.2 Mandatory Arbitration

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify.

Arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration shall take place in Illinois, or by telephone or online conference if mutually agreed.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND JOYCE FUSEK, PSY.D., LLC AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

You expressly waive your right to participate in any class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

14.4 Exception to Arbitration

Either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in court to protect intellectual property rights or prevent unauthorized use of our services.

14.5 Informal Resolution

Before initiating arbitration, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve disputes in good faith for at least 30 days.

15. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

15.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to our website.

15.2 Notification

When we make material changes to these Terms, we will notify you via email at the address associated with your account. Your continued use of our services after receiving notice constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

15.3 Review Responsibility

You are responsible for regularly reviewing these Terms. If you do not agree to modified Terms, you must immediately cease using our services.

16. ACCOUNT SECURITY

16.1 Your Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials

All activities that occur under your account

Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

16.2 Account Sharing Prohibited

Course access is granted for individual use only. Sharing login credentials with others is strictly prohibited and constitutes a material breach of these Terms.

17. TERMINATION

17.1 Our Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including:

Violation of these Terms

Fraudulent or illegal activity

Non-payment or payment disputes

Abusive or inappropriate conduct

At our sole discretion

17.2 Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access to courses and materials will be immediately revoked

You remain responsible for all outstanding payments

No refunds will be provided for terminated accounts

Provisions that by their nature should survive (including limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution) will continue to apply

18. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other written agreements between you and Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding our services and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings.

20. NO WAIVER

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC.

21. ASSIGNMENT

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations at any time without notice or consent.

22. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact:

Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC

17 Thunder Rock Trail

Galena, IL 61036

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (779) 248-1917

23. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By using our website, purchasing our courses, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understood these Terms in their entirety
You agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy
You meet the eligibility requirements (18+ years of age)
You understand that online courses are educational only and not a substitute for professional care
You understand that all sales are final and no refunds will be provided
You understand the payment terms
You agree to the dispute resolution and arbitration provisions
You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits

IMPORTANT: Please review these Terms carefully. By continuing to use our services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us before using our services.