Bridging Seasons –Scope of Services & Website Disclaimer

Purpose of This Disclaimer

This page outlines the scope, limitations, and nature of services offered by Bridging Seasons LLC, including mediation, peer support, group facilitation, and educational offerings. All services are non-clinical and are intended to support individuals and families through life transitions in a trauma-informed and strengths-based manner.

Use of this website, submission of any form, or participation in any service indicates acknowledgment and acceptance of the terms written below.

Non-Clinical Nature of Services

Bridging Seasons provides non-clinical services. This means:

  • No mental health diagnosis is made.

  • No psychotherapy, counseling, or treatment is provided.

  • No medical, psychiatric, or behavioral health care is administered.

  • No legal advice or attorney services are offered.

Individuals seeking clinical treatment or legal counsel are encouraged to contact a licensed professional in those fields. Bridging Seasons may offer referrals upon request.

Mediation Services

Mediation through Bridging Seasons is a neutral, voluntary, and future-focused process designed to help parties communicate, explore options, and work toward mutually agreeable solutions.

Mediation services:

  • Do not provide legal representation.

  • Do not offer legal advice.

  • Do not advocate for one party over another.

  • Should be reviewed by independent legal counsel before filing agreements with the court.

Participation in mediation does not establish a therapeutic relationship or attorney–client relationship.

Peer Support Services

Peer support at Bridging Seasons is grounded in:

  • lived experience,

  • trauma-informed practice,

  • empowerment,

  • emotional safety, and

  • collaborative connection.

Peer support services:

  • Are non-clinical

  • Are not crisis counseling

  • Do not replace therapy or medical care

Peer support is intended to complement existing supports, not substitute for licensed mental health treatment.

Group Facilitation

Group sessions offered by Bridging Seasons are supportive, educational, and connection-based spaces. They are not therapy groups, not processing groups, and not designed to resolve conflict between participants.

While confidentiality is encouraged, it cannot be guaranteed due to the nature of group settings.

Group participation should not be used as a replacement for:

  • mental health therapy,

  • couples or family counseling,

  • custody or visitation decision-making, or

  • legal mediation processes.

Youth & Minor Participation

Bridging Seasons provides youth-focused support and group facilitation in a developmentally appropriate, non-clinical format.

In accordance with Nebraska law:

  • Individuals under 19 years of age require parent or guardian consent to participate in any service.

  • Youth offerings are educational and support-centered; they do not include diagnosis or clinical treatment.

Bridging Seasons reserves the right to decline or refer services if a minor’s needs exceed the scope of non-clinical support.

Mandated Reporting

Bridging Seasons is a mandated reporter in the State of Nebraska.
If concerns arise regarding the safety or welfare of a:

  • minor,

  • elder, or

  • vulnerable adult,

a report must be made to the appropriate authorities.

This responsibility overrides confidentiality when safety is at risk.

Crisis Situations

Bridging Seasons does not provide emergency or crisis intervention services.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact:

  • 988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • Local emergency services

  • A licensed mental health professional

Accuracy of Website Information

Content on the Bridging Seasons website is intended for general informational purposes. Although efforts are made to keep information accurate and current, no guarantee is made regarding completeness, applicability, or the relevance of posted materials for individual circumstances.

Bridging Seasons may update content, services, or policies at any time without notice.

Use of This Website

By accessing this website, scheduling a service, or submitting a form, users agree:

  • to the limitations of services described above,

  • that participation is voluntary, and

  • that no therapeutic, medical, or legal relationship is established through website use alone.

Questions or Clarifications

For questions about the scope or purpose of any Bridging Seasons service, or to determine whether a service is an appropriate fit, please reach out through the contact form or email provided on the website.

Bridging Seasons is committed to transparency, safety, and trauma-informed support for all individuals and families.