Effective Date: 2026-05-11
Last Updated: 2026-05-11
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of DrChasePsychology.com (the “Site”) and the related communications channels operated by Dr. Chase Espinoza, Psy.D., a California licensed psychologist (PSY29339) operating in Orange County, California (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc.”).
By accessing the Site, submitting a form, calling, texting, or otherwise communicating with Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. through the channels published on the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
1. Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. Scope
The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. provides psychological and neuropsychological evaluation services for adolescents and adults age 8 and older, including:
- Adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder testing.
- Adult autism spectrum assessment.
- Fitness-for-duty evaluations.
- Learning disability and accommodation evaluations.
- Selected related diagnostic evaluations.
Services may be billed to in-network insurances. Member responsibility may be estimated by Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc., but it is the patient’s (or financial guarantor’s) utilitarian responsibility to verify network status and benefits. For any non-contracted (i.e. out-of-network) insurances, services are strictly offered on a private pay basis. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. does not provide ongoing psychotherapy, talk therapy, counseling, medication management, prescriptions, addiction treatment, crisis services, or hospitalization. Evaluations may be conducted in person in Orange County, California, or by telehealth where clinically appropriate and legally permitted.
2. No Clinician-Patient Relationship From Site Use
Use of the Site and submission of an inquiry through the Site does not by itself create a clinician-patient relationship. A clinician-patient relationship is established only after Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. and the prospective patient have completed intake, signed any required consent forms, and Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. has formally accepted the case.
Content published on the Site is for general informational purposes only and is not clinical advice, diagnosis, or treatment for any individual. Do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of Site content without seeking appropriate professional consultation.
3. Crisis and Emergency Services
The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. is not a crisis service. If you are experiencing a psychiatric or medical emergency, including thoughts of harming yourself or others, do not use the Site to seek help.
- In an emergency, call 911.
- For suicide and mental health crisis support, call or text 988.
- For substance use crisis, contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
4. Payment and Insurance Posture
Fees for evaluations are quoted at the time of consultation. Payment is due as scheduled in the engagement agreement provided at intake. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. does not submit claims to, or accept assignment of benefits from, out-of-network insurance plans. For those who invoke their right to bypass insurance via HITECH waiver, superbills are not provided. A receipt suitable for personal records is available on request. Whether your insurer will reimburse out-of-network charges is a matter between you and your insurer; Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. makes no representation about reimbursement.
5. SMS and Text Messaging Terms
The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. may send and receive text messages through RingCentral, which operates under a Business Associate Agreement with Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. By providing your mobile telephone number and opting in as described below, you consent to receive customer care text messages from Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. related to your inquiry and care.
- Opt-in. You opt in by (a) checking the SMS consent box on the Site’s intake form, (b) texting Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc.’s published business number, or (c) providing verbal consent on a recorded line.
- Purpose. Messages relate to scheduling, intake instructions, appointment reminders, and routine practice communication.
- Frequency. Message frequency varies based on your inquiry and appointment activity. Typical volume is fewer than ten messages per month.
- Message and data rates. Standard message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply.
- STOP. Reply STOP to any message to opt out at any time. After you opt out, Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. will send one confirmation message and will not send further messages unless you opt in again.
- HELP. Reply HELP at any time to request assistance. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. will respond with contact information and basic instructions.
- Supported carriers. Most major United States wireless carriers are supported. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
- Privacy. Information collected through SMS is governed by Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc.’s Privacy Policy and, where applicable, the Notice of Privacy Practices. See the Call Recording and SMS Disclosure page for additional detail on AI-assisted text handling.
You agree that you are the owner or authorized user of any mobile number you provide and that you will notify Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. if that number changes.
6. Telehealth
Where clinically appropriate and legally permitted, evaluations may be conducted by telehealth. Telehealth services are provided in compliance with California Business and Professions Code requirements applicable to licensed psychologists. You will receive a separate telehealth informed-consent document at intake. Telehealth is not appropriate for every evaluation type or every patient; Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. retains clinical discretion to require an in-person component or to decline telehealth.
7. Site Content and Intellectual Property
All content published on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, and the selection and arrangement of the foregoing, is the property of Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. or its licensors and is protected by United States and international intellectual-property laws. You may view, print, and share Site content for personal, non-commercial reference. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works from Site content without the prior written consent of Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc.
The names “Dr. Chase Espinoza, Psy.D.” and any associated marks used on the Site are trademarks of Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. Use of those marks without permission is prohibited.
8. User Conduct
When using the Site or communicating with Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc., you agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information.
- Submit information about another person without that person’s authorization, except where you are a parent, legal guardian, attorney, employer, or other party with a legitimate basis to do so.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its servers, or any related system.
- Use the Site to transmit malware, viruses, or other harmful code.
- Use the Site in any manner that violates applicable law or these Terms.
The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. reserves the right to decline any inquiry and to terminate communication where these obligations are not honored.
9. Third-Party Services
The Site may link to or integrate with third-party services, including Google Workspace, RingCentral, Keragon, SimplePractice, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Meta. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. contracts with these vendors under written agreements, including HIPAA Business Associate Agreements where applicable. Your use of any third-party service is governed by that vendor’s own terms and privacy practices, which we encourage you to review.
10. Disclaimers
The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement, to the fullest extent permitted by law. The Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Site content is not a substitute for clinical evaluation by a qualified professional.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by California law, Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. and Dr. Chase Espinoza, Psy.D., shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, arising out of or related to your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Nothing in this section limits liability for professional negligence under California law, for fraud, or for any other liability that cannot be limited or excluded by law.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Espinoza Psychological Services, Inc. and Dr. Chase Espinoza, Psy.D., from any claim, demand, loss, or expense, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of your breach of these Terms or your misuse of the Site.
13. Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Orange County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of those courts. Nothing in this section limits any right you may have under California consumer-protection law to elect a different forum where required.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were most recently revised. Continued use of the Site after a revision indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
15. Contact
Dr. Chase Espinoza, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist, PSY29339
Email: DrChase@DrChasePsych.com
Telephone: (please use the number published on the Site contact page)
Mailing address: (Orange County, California — provided on request)