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Terms & Conditions

Terms, Privacy Policy, and Group Agreement
Peer Led OCD and Anxiety Support Group of Greater Houston
Last Updated: 4/13/2026

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Purpose of This Website

This Website provides peer-led support. Resources for individuals experiencing OCD and anxiety are also available upon request.

This is not therapy and does not provide medical, psychological, or psychiatric advice or care.

Not a Substitute for Professional Care

  • This group is peer-led

  • The facilitator is not a licensed clinician

  • Participation does not replace therapy or medical care

You are responsible for your own mental health decisions. We strongly encourage seeking care from a licensed professional. A resource list is available upon request.

Confidentiality Agreement

Participants are expected to respect the privacy of others.

  • What is shared in the group should stay in the group

  • Do not share identifying or personal information about others outside the group

While confidentiality is strongly encouraged, this is a peer-led group and confidentiality cannot be legally guaranteed.

Group Rules & Appropriate Conduct

To maintain a safe and supportive environment, participants agree to:

  • Be respectful and supportive

  • Avoid harassment, discrimination, or harmful behavior

  • Not present themselves as a medical or mental health professional

Topics Not Appropriate for Group:

Please avoid:

  • Politics

  • Discussions of self-harm

  • Active suicidal ideation

  • Drug use

If unsure whether a topic is appropriate, please contact us in advance.

We reserve the right to remove participants who violate these guidelines.

Safety Policy

This group is not equipped to handle crisis situations.

Please do not attend if you are experiencing:

  • Active suicidal thoughts with a plan

  • Intent to harm yourself or others

If you are in crisis, seek immediate help.

Crisis Resources

If you need immediate support:

  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

  • Crisis Text Line: Text 741741

  • Harris County Mobile Crisis Line: 713-970-7520 (Harris County residents only)

  • Local non-emergency police line (ask for a Crisis Intervention Officer)

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Group Cancellations

If a session must be canceled, we will attempt to notify participants via email at least 24 hours in advance.

Please check your email before attending.

User Content

If you share content (messages, forms, etc.):

  • You are responsible for what you share

  • You agree not to post harmful or inappropriate content

  • You grant us permission to use content within the group setting

Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy.

Information We May Collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any information you voluntarily submit

How We Use Information:

  • To communicate about group sessions

  • To provide updates or resources

  • To manage participation

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except as required by law.

Please note: information shared in group settings is voluntary and cannot be fully protected.

Disclaimer

This Website and group are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

We do not guarantee:

  • Accuracy or completeness of information

  • Continuous availability of services

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any damages resulting from:

  • Use of this Website

  • Participation in the support group

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page.

Contact Information

For questions, please contact: peerledocdhouston@gmail.com

Agreement

By using this Website or participating in the group, you acknowledge that:

  • You understand this is a peer-led support group

  • You agree to these Terms

  • You take responsibility for your own mental health care decisions

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