Coaching Disclaimer

Coaching is not therapy. Brave & Well LLC provides business coaching, consulting, education, and digital resources for mental health professionals. None of these services are psychotherapy, counseling, clinical supervision, or any other mental health or medical treatment.

No clinician–client relationship. Vanessa Flores Newton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor (LCSW-S) in Texas. When she works with you through Brave & Well, she acts only as a business coach and consultant. Coaching is an unregulated profession. Working with Brave & Well does not create a therapist–client, clinical supervisor–supervisee, or any other professional healthcare relationship. Clinical supervision is a separate service under a separate agreement.

Not legal, tax, accounting, HR, or financial advice. Our coaching and templates may cover business entities, contracts, employment classification (W2 vs. 1099), insurance billing, payroll, taxes, and finances. That information is for education only. Laws and payer rules vary by state and change over time. Before you act, confirm decisions with a licensed attorney, CPA, or other qualified professional in your state.

Templates are starting points. Paperwork bundles, manuals, job descriptions, and other templates are samples. You are responsible for adapting them to your practice, your state's laws, your licensing board's rules, and your payer contracts.

Results aren't guaranteed. Examples of Vanessa's results, such as growing Colors of Austin Counseling to about $2 million in revenue, and results from past clients show what is possible. They are not typical or promised outcomes. Your results depend on your market, effort, finances, and many factors outside our control.

Testimonials. Testimonials reflect individual clients' real experiences and are shared with each client's permission. They are not a guarantee that you will get the same results.

Group spaces and confidentiality. Group programs such as the Group Practice Circle and the Mastermind ask members to keep what others share confidential and not to record sessions. We can't guarantee that every participant will honor this. Share only what you're comfortable sharing, and never share identifying client information.

Your own wellbeing. If you are in crisis or need mental health support, please contact a licensed provider, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S.), or call 911. Coaching is not a substitute for care.

Affiliate links. Brave & Well does not currently use affiliate links. If that changes, we will disclose any affiliate relationship where the link appears.

By purchasing, booking, or using any Brave & Well service or resource, you agree to this disclaimer. See also our Refund & Cancellation Terms and Privacy Policy.