Legal Notice

Better-Relationships – Website Terms of Use

James Swaniger, LMFT 36314
Last Updated: June 22. 2026

1. NO THERAPIST-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

By visiting this website, browsing its content, reading articles, submitting a contact form, sending an email, calling and leaving voicemail, downloading resources, subscribing to a newsletter, or attending a free consultation call, no therapist-client relationship is created.

A therapist-client relationship is formed only after:

  • Completion of formal intake procedures
  • Signing of a written treatment agreement
  • Confirmation of scheduled services

2. INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY

The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is:

  • NOT intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • NOT intended for self-diagnosis or self-treatment
  • NOT a recommendation for any specific treatment or course of action

Always seek the advice of your licensed mental health provider or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you have read on this website.

3. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK

You assume all risk associated with the use of this website and its content.                                                                        You agree not to hold James Swaniger, LMFT liable for any decisions made based on website information.

The information provided is not intended to diagnose or treat any mental health condition.

4. EMERGENCY CONTACTS

If you are experiencing a crisis, emergency, or imminent risk of harm, or if you feel unsafe or require immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, call the appropriate emergency contact below or go to the nearest hospital emergency room:

  • 855-635-4657 — Local crisis/mental health hotline
  • 911 — Emergency services (immediate medical or safety emergencies)
  • 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7 confidential crisis support)
  • 211 — Community services and referrals (24/7)
  • Nearest Hospital Emergency Room — For immediate medical or psychiatric care. This website is not for emergency communication. Do not wait for a website or email response during an emergency.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this website (text, images, graphics, logos, downloadable resources, course materials) is owned by James Swaniger, LMFT and is protected by copyright law.

You may:

  • Read and download for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share links to website pages

You may NOT:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or sell content without written permission
  • Use content for commercial purposes
  • Claim ownership of materials
  • Modify or create derivative works

6. COOKIES AND ANALYTICS

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer when you visit this website. They help us remember your preferences, track website usage, and improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie TypePurposeDuration
Essential CookiesRequired for basic website functionality (e.g., contact form submission)Session or persistent
Analytics CookiesTrack how visitors use the website to improve performance2 years

Google Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. GA4 sets the following first-party cookies:

Cookie NameExpirationPurpose
_ga2 yearsDistinguishes unique users
_ga_<container-id>2 yearsPersists session state

Information Collected
Google Analytics collects:

  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages viewed and time spent on site
  • Click patterns and navigation paths

Where Data is Stored
Your data is sent to and stored on Google’s servers in the United States.

How to Control or Delete Cookies

You can control cookies in several ways:

  1. Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or manage cookies through privacy settings
  2. Delete Existing Cookies: Clear your browser’s cache to remove cookies already stored
  3. Browser-Specific Instructions:
    • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
    • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block cookies
    • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Important: If you delete or block cookies, some features of this website may not work properly.

Cookie Consent
This website uses a cookie consent banner for visitors from California and the European Union. You may choose to accept or decline analytics cookies. Essential cookies required for website functionality cannot be disabled.

Google’s Privacy Policy
For more information about how Google uses your data, see Google’s Privacy & Terms: policies.google.com

Updates to This Section
We may update our cookie practices. This section will be revised as needed, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect changes.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for the content or practices of external sites.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

James Swaniger, LMFT shall not be liable for any damages – whether direct, indirect, consequential, foreseeable, incidental or otherwise – stemming from or perceived to stem from use of or reliance upon any information contained on this Website, or from products or services purchased therefrom.

19. CALIFORNIA LMFT LICENSING INFORMATION

  • License Name: James Robert Swaniger
  • License Number: LMFT 36314
  • License Type: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • License Expiration: January 31, 2027
  • Supervising Authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
  • Board Contact: www.bbs.ca.gov or (916) 574-7830

11. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms of Use:

James Swaniger, LMFT
4000 MacArthur Blvd.

East Tower Suiter 600

Newport Beach, CA 92660
Office: 949-760-7171
email: jimswaniger@gmail.com