Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: August 24, 2026
Welcome to www.lauriethorner.com, the website of Laurie Thorner, MSW, LCSW-C.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Purpose of This Website
This website provides general information about Laurie Thorner, MSW, LCSW-C, counseling services, therapeutic approaches, mindfulness, relationship counseling, and related professional services.
Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes and is not intended to replace individualized professional counseling, medical care, diagnosis, or treatment.
2. No Therapist-Client Relationship
Visiting this website, reading its content, submitting an inquiry, sending an email, or contacting Laurie Thorner does not by itself establish a therapist-client relationship.
A professional relationship is established only after Laurie Thorner and the prospective client have mutually agreed to begin services and any required intake, consent, or other practice documentation has been completed.
3. Counseling Services
Counseling services are provided subject to professional requirements, availability, appropriateness of services, and applicable laws and regulations.
In-person counseling is available in the Columbia, Maryland area. Virtual and telephone services may also be available to eligible clients when permitted by applicable professional and licensing requirements.
Availability of services described on this website is not guaranteed.
4. Appointments, Cancellations, and Fees
Appointments are scheduled directly with Laurie Thorner.
Appointments cancelled with sufficient notice will not be charged.
Late cancellations or missed appointments may be charged the applicable session fee.
Fees for professional services that have already been provided are non-refundable.
Additional information regarding fees, scheduling, cancellations, payment, and other practice policies may be provided as part of the client intake and informed-consent process.
5. Emergencies
This website, website contact forms, email, and other general electronic communications are not intended for emergencies or urgent mental health situations.
Do not use this website or email to seek immediate emergency assistance.
If you believe you or another person is in immediate danger, contact appropriate emergency services in your area.
6. Privacy and Confidentiality
Use of this website is also subject to the website's Privacy Policy.
Information related to an established professional counseling relationship may be subject to additional privacy, confidentiality, professional, and legal requirements. Clients may receive separate privacy, informed-consent, and practice documents governing counseling services.
Please use discretion when sending sensitive personal or health information through standard email or general website communications.
7. Website Information
Reasonable efforts are made to provide accurate and useful information on this website. However, information may change, and no guarantee is made that all website content will always be complete, current, or applicable to every individual's circumstances.
Website content should not be relied upon as a substitute for individualized professional advice or treatment.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
This website may contain links to websites, resources, or services operated by third parties.
These links are provided for convenience or informational purposes. Laurie Thorner does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, privacy practices, or accuracy of third-party websites or services.
9. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, original written content and materials appearing on this website are owned by or used with permission by Laurie Thorner.
Website content may be viewed and used for personal, non-commercial informational purposes.
Content may not be reproduced, distributed, republished, sold, or commercially exploited without permission, except as otherwise permitted by law.
10. Appropriate Website Use
You agree not to misuse this website or attempt to interfere with its operation, security, accessibility, or functionality.
You may not use the website for unlawful, fraudulent, abusive, or unauthorized purposes.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, Laurie Thorner is not responsible for losses or damages resulting solely from reliance on general informational content provided through this website or from technical interruptions, third-party services, or external websites.
Nothing in these Terms is intended to waive or limit responsibilities that cannot legally be waived or limited.
12. Changes to These Terms
These Terms of Service may be updated periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, services, professional practices, or applicable requirements.
The current version will be posted on this website with an updated revision date.
Continued use of the website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by applicable laws of the State of Maryland and the United States, without limiting any rights or obligations that apply under other applicable laws.
14. Contact Information
Questions regarding these Terms of Service may be directed to:
Laurie Thorner, MSW, LCSW-C
CBS Lakeview
9861 Broken Land Parkway
Suite 100, Office 104
Columbia, MD 21046
Phone: 410-227-3812
Email: Laurie@lauriethorner.com
Website: www.lauriethorner.com