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WHAT IS COACHING ?

Coaching Is Not Counselling

Life coaches focus on creating a new life path to achieve certain goals. ... Whereas counselors focus on specific problems in hand and look into emotional resolutions to past problems to move forward, finding solutions to those specific problems, while making 'healing' as one of the main objectives.

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ALL INFORMATION BELOW IS MOST RECENT AND LAST CHANGED: February 17, 2022

Coaching & Services Acknowledgement

All coaching services and communication email or otherwise, delivered by Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded as well as any information provided on the Life Refunded website, social media platforms, printable documents, classes, courses, audio recordings and exercise, are meant to help you identify the areas in your life and in your thinking that may be standing in your way of finding your path to self discovery, inner healing, and success. 

 

However, coaching is not professional mental health care or medical care. If you feel psychologically stressed to the point that it is interfering with your ability to function, please have the courage to seek the help you need in the form of a mental health care professional. Coaching may augment your therapy, but the work of coaching is meant to be done when major emotional and psychological wounds are already healing or healed. In that spirit, by engaging, participating, and purchasing anything from Life Refunded, you confirm that you have read and agreed to each statement and that you wish to proceed:

 

  •  I understand that the coaching services I will be receiving from my Coach are not offered as a substitute for professional mental health care or medical care and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any mental health or medical conditions. I also understand that my Coach is not acting as a mental health counselor or a medical professional.

 

  • I understand that coaching is, at present, an unregulated industry and that my Coach is not licensed by any internationally recognised regulator. I also understand that for all legal purposes, the services provided by my Coach will be considered to be provided from any remote location worldwide or otherwise in Ontario, Canada.

 

  • I understand and agree that I am fully responsible for my well-being during my coaching sessions, and subsequently, including my choices and decisions.

 

  • I understand that coaching is not a substitute for counselling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care or substance abuse treatment, and I will not use it in place of any form of therapy.

 

 

Coaching Disclaimer & Waiver

 

  • I understand that all comments and ideas offered by Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded are solely for the purpose of aiding me in achieving my defined goals. I have the ability to give my informed consent, and hereby give such consent to my coach to assist me in achieving such goals and aims.

 

  • I understand that the extent our work together involves my personal goals and outcomes, including modifying mindsets, and my Coach is not promising outcomes included but not limited to increased wealth, self confidence/esteem, positive outlooks, personal safety and security, mending relationships, overall success.

 

  • I understand that my Coach will protect my information as confidential unless I state otherwise in writing. If I report child, elder abuse or neglect or threaten to harm myself or someone else, I understand that necessary actions will be taken and my confidentiality agreement limited in this capacity. Furthermore, if my Coach is ordered by a court to provide information or to testify, they will do so to the extent of that the law requires.

 

  • I understand that the use of technology is not always secure and I accept the risks of confidentiality in the use of email, text, phone, Skype and other technology.

 

I hereby release, waive, acquit and forever discharge my Coach, any agents, successors, assigns, personal representatives, executors, heirs and employees from every claim, suit action, demand or right to compensation for damages I may claim to have or that I may have arising out of acts or omissions by myself or by my Coach as a result of the advice given by my Coach or otherwise resulting from the coaching relationship contemplated by this agreement. I further declare and represent that no promise, inducement or agreement not expressed in this agreement has been made to me to sign this agreement. This agreement shall bind my heirs, executors, personal representatives, successors, assigns, and agents.

 

Additional appointments can be scheduled as needed.

 

If you need to cancel an appointment, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice or you will be charged for the appointment.

 

 

Services

 

The services to be provided by the coach to the client are face-to-face or online video coaching, as agreed jointly with the client. Coaching may address specific personal life struggles, dating issues, or general conditions in the client's life. Other coaching services include values, thought storming, identifying action plans, examining modes of operation in life, asking clarifying questions, and making empowering requests or suggestions for action. Additionally, the client may be asked to reflect on difficult topics or situations which may result in an expression of emotions. Throughout the working relationship, the coach will engage in direct and personal conversations. The client understands that successful coaching requires a co-active collaborative approach between client and coach. In the coaching relationship, the coach plays the role of a facilitator of change, but it is the client's responsibility to enact or bring about the change by their own action.

 

If the client believes the coaching is not working as desired, the client will communicate this with the coach as soon as possible and the coaching strategy will be restructured to address the client’s desired outcome of coaching. The client understands that not all coaching methods and mediums all work for all clients and a course of trials may be required in order to find the best solutions. You are very much encouraged to talk more with the coach as to receive a better understanding of what coaching is about and how to get the most out of it.

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Prior History

 

The client also agrees to disclose details of the past or present psychological or psychiatric treatment. Coaching and counselling are not the same. Likewise, therapy and other modes of professional or medical psychological examination shall not be considered equivalent to coaching. I am not a registered psychologist or psychiatrist, nor a licensed therapist. I do not engage in therapy with my coaching clients. In entering into the coaching relationship, and signing the agreement, you are agreeing that if any mental health difficulties arise during the course of the coaching relationship, you will notify me immediately so that I can discuss with you an appropriate referral plan of action.

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Confidentiality

 

All information about the coach/client relationship will remain strictly confidential except in very rare circumstances where decreed by law; i.e. where the court might issue an information request / subpoena for the file or information. If you wish for me as your coach to speak to someone outside our interactions, you need to give me written permission (original letter, fax or email) to do so.

 

Exceptions to confidentiality of course relate to circumstances such as intent to seriously harm someone, child abuse, thoughts of suicide etc. Otherwise, all remaining information is kept strictly confidential. It is also important to note that in some situations, it is important to be aware of the use of technology in that for some clients, there is a risk in using certain media such as the internet, mobile phones and cordless phones. If you use these to communicate with me, then I will assume that it is appropriate to continue to do so in my interactions with you.

 

Termination

 

The client has the option to terminate the coaching agreement before the first coaching session has commenced. By signing this agreement by hand or digitally, the you indicate full understanding of the agreement with the information outlined above.

 

Coaching Client

 

Coaching is a service that provides personal coaching to specific individuals and/or groups. The client is aware that coaching is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counselling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. I will at all times exercise my best professional efforts, skills and care of ensuring my client is coached to meet their life coaching aims and goals, the client understands and acknowledges the coach will not be liable legally or otherwise, for the actions the client may or may not undertake as a result of the life coaching sessions. No assumption of responsibility is made, or given, and the client requesting such advice agrees not to hold Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded (Provider) responsible or liable in any form or fashion, for such actions taken of their own accord. The method and process by which this advice and direction is given in whatsoever, written or verbal, constitutes an agreement or liability on the part of the provider and is acknowledged to be different in many ways than clinical and medical counselling. You (the client) agree that using any of these life coaching services are entirely at your own risk. Life coaching services are provided "as is", without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including without limitation any warranty for information services, coaching, uninterrupted access, or products and services provided through or in connection with the service.

 

This service is requested at the client's own choice and with inherent singular responsibility. Any actions or lack of actions, taken by the client of such advice is done so solely by choice and responsibility of the client and is neither the responsibility nor liability of Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded.

 

The client takes full responsibility in the decisions they make after being coached as well as the consequences. The client enters into coaching with full understanding that they are responsible for creating their own results. Periodically, Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded may provide links to other websites, informative third-party written print/services, material, audio/video, group participation, which may be of value, interest and convenience to you. This does not constitute endorsement of material at those sites or any associated organization product of service. It is the responsibility of the user to make their own informed decision about the accuracy of the information at those sites and print material including their privacy policies. In no event shall Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded (Provider) be liable for any incident or consequential damages resulting from use of the material.

 

From time to time, we may present real world experiences, testimonials and insights about other people's experiences with our Website for purposes of illustration only. The testimonials, examples and photos used are of actual clients and results they personally achieved, or they are comments from individuals who can speak to the quality of our work. They are not intended to represent or guarantee that current or future clients will achieve the same or similar results; rather, these testimonials represent what is possible for illustrative purposes only.

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Laryssa Lasky / Life Refunded Pledge Of Service

I will be responsible for setting clear, appropriate, and culturally sensitive boundaries that govern any physical contact that I may have with my clients.

I will not become sexually involved with any of my clients.

I will construct clear agreements with my clients, and will honor all agreements made in the context of professional coaching relationships.

I will ensure that, prior to or at the initial session, my coaching client understands the nature of coaching, the bounds of confidentiality, financial arrangements and other terms of the coaching agreement.

I will respect the client's right to terminate coaching at any point during the process, and will review how payment will be adjusted in the event this should happen.  I will be alert to indications that the client is no longer benefiting from our coaching relationship.

I will seek the signed consent of a legal parent or guardian if working with a minor as defined by the laws of their state or province.

If I believe the client would be better served by another coach, or by another resource, I will encourage the client to make a change.

Client Welfare: I shall make the physical and mental well-being of each client a prime consideration.

Client Safety: I shall not engage in verbal, physical or emotional abuse of any client.

Practice Limits: I shall coach each client within the limits of my training and competence and in conformity to the laws of their state or province.

Reasonable Practice: I shall withhold coaching if a client's behavior, appearance or statements would lead a reasonable person to believe that the client should be evaluated by a licensed health care professional. 

Handmade Product Disclaimer

Please be advised that the products for sale through Life Refunded and Northern Soul Co.  are not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, prevent or treat any disease or health condition and they are not to be considered a Medical Device. 

Life Refunded and Northern Soul Co. products have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. Test each product on small portion of skin before usage. 

By purchasing our products you recognize and accept the fact that some natural ingredients, essential oils in particular, may still cause sensitivity in susceptible individuals and that Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded and Northern Soul Co.will not be held responsible for such occurrences. You as a customer accept FULL responsibility if continued use of or purchase of products without complete or extensive knowledge about product ingredients and/or functions. You have the right to ask prior to purchase via email or social media direct messaging.

Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded is not liable for any individual reaction to any particular ingredient. Remember to read our labels and ingredient lists carefully and follow the appropriate directions for use. If you have a specific allergy or sensitivity, do not use ingredients that may trigger a reaction. An allergy patch test is highly recommended if there is any doubt or history of skin reactions.

* Discontinue use if a reaction occurs.*

If product contains an allergen please alert owner directly of all allergies to better accommodate. If this is not done prior to purchase so then you relinquish all liability from Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded and Northern Soul Co.

All of the above and standard body care disclaimers will have assumed to be to your knowledge with continued use of Laryssa Lasky at Life Refunded and Northern Soul Co. site and products

Metaphysical Services Disclaimer

REIKI:
Reiki (pronounced RAY-key) means universal life energy in Japanese. The art of Reiki is a system of gentle vibrational healing
that was established by Dr. Usui from Japan in the late 19th century and is becoming increasingly popular in the western world.
Reiki can greatly improve health and well-being by working on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level at the same
time. This healing modality treats the whole person, revitalizing the body’s own healing potential by restoring greater balance
and allowing the natural life force to flow more freely.
Reiki is practiced with gentle hands-on, or by simply working the energy above the body, while lying on the massage table
wearing loose, comfortable clothing. As the energy flows through the practitioner’s hands to the client, the client may perceive
a pulsing or tingling sensation, a feeling of warmth and comfort, or a sense of releasing previously-blocked emotions. Reiki can
be used to reduce physical and emotional pain, to calm the mind and experience deep relaxation on all levels as well as improve
immune and nervous system functioning.
However, I understand that REIKI is NOT a substitute for medical and other health care treatments. I also understand that
Reiki practitioners do not diagnose conditions or claim to cure specific illnesses. They neither prescribe substances or perform
medical treatment, nor interfere with the treatment of a licensed medical professional. It is recommended that I see a licensed
physician, or licensed health care professional for any physical or psychological ailment I have. I will not hold the above Reiki
practitioner liable for any pain or distress, physical or emotional, which may arise in the course of my Reiki treatments with her.

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TAROT:
All readings are - technically - for entertainment purposes only. Tarot readings are not meant to replace good judgement. Readings are intended to gain clarity and insight in order for the receiver to make the best possible decisions that assist in their higher good. Please remember to take what resonates, and leave the rest, as it may not apply to you specifically, but someone that surrounds you. 
Tarot readings will not offer and should not be used to substitute professional legal and/or medical advice. 

Cancellations & Refunds

All contracts are binding. I do not offer refunds on coaching services. I am here to coach you to your highest level of success, and part of that is requiring a commitment from you that you are fully invested in your coaching package.  When refunds are an option, you can have “one foot in” the work, and “one foot out” the door.  This is why I have the Service Promise Guarantee for all Coaching & Hypnosis Sessions and Packages.  It is to YOUR benefit to decide BEFORE purchasing your package and committing to work with me that I am the right coach for you.  If you’re in, you need to be 100% in, just as I will be for you. 

Should you need to reschedule a coaching session, you may do so by providing 48 hours notice in advance of your session and making up the session within a week of the originally scheduled date.  Sessions not cancelled 48 hours in advance will not be eligible for make-ups.  It is important that you prioritize this work to receive the full benefit of your coaching package.

 There are NO REFUNDS for Signature Packages, Reiki, Tarot, Home Cleansing Sessions, Save Pass Purchases, Gift Certificates, Guest Booking, Group Bookings, Digital Services, and Done-For-You Copywritten Projects.

Thank you for reading !

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