Website Disclaimer
Cynthia Manuel-Shah, LMFT#79289 | Last Updated: 03.23.26
NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR THERAPY
The information provided on this website, including blog posts, downloadable resources, email newsletters, and social media content, is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, diagnosis, or clinical advice.
Reading content on this site, downloading our free guide "When You Need A Moment to Reset," or subscribing to our email list does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Cynthia Manuel Shah, LMFT. A therapeutic relationship is only established through a signed informed consent and the completion of our formal intake process.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), go to your nearest emergency room, or call 911.
NO GUARANTEES
While we make every effort to provide accurate, up-to-date, and helpful information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind — express or implied — about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information on this website. Any reliance you place on this information is at your own risk.
Therapy outcomes vary from person to person. We cannot and do not guarantee specific results from therapy or from the use of any materials provided through this website.
PROFESSIONAL SCOPE AND LICENSING
Cynthia Manuel Shah is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #79289) with a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C), licensed in the state of California. Services are provided exclusively via telehealth to clients located in California at the time of their session.
Information on this website should not be considered applicable to individuals outside of California or as a substitute for consultation with a licensed professional in your own state or jurisdiction.
EMAIL AND FREE GUIDES
When you download our free guide or subscribe to our email list, you are providing your contact information voluntarily. These materials are educational in nature and do not constitute clinical advice. We will use your email address only to deliver the requested content and, if you've opted in, to send periodic communications related to perinatal mental health and our practice.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.
CONTACT FORM
Information submitted through our website contact form is not encrypted and should not be considered a secure method of communication. Please do not include sensitive personal health information, insurance details, Social Security numbers, or other confidential information in your contact form submission.
If you are a current client, please use the secure messaging system provided through our client portal for any clinical communication.
EXTERNAL LINKS
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including professional directories, resource organizations, and informational pages. These links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any external websites.
TESTIMONIALS AND ENDORSEMENTS
Any testimonials, reviews, or endorsements displayed on this website reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee similar outcomes. In accordance with ethical guidelines set by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), testimonials from current clients are not solicited.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All original content on this website — including text, graphics, downloadable resources, and email content — is the intellectual property of Cynthia Manuel Shah, LMFT, unless otherwise noted. You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from this site without prior written permission.
You are welcome to share links to our website or content for personal, non-commercial use.
FEE AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Fee and service information listed on this website is provided for general reference and may not reflect the most current rates. Final fees are confirmed during the intake process and outlined in your Good Faith Estimate and Practice Policies. Fees are subject to change with 30 days' written notice.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cynthia Manuel Shah, LMFT shall not be held liable for any damages arising from the use of this website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use materials on this site.
CHANGES TO THIS DISCLAIMER
We may update this Disclaimer from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this disclaimer periodically.
CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Disclaimer, please contact us:
Cynthia Manuel Shah, MA, LMFT #79289, PMH-C
121 Bernal Rd, Ste 80 #1055
San Jose, CA 95119