TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Introduction
Welcome to Modern Hypnosis by Alan Currie, accessible at www.modernhypnosisbyalancurrie.com ("Site"). We specialize in offering a diverse range of online courses and coaching services in areas such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychology, hypnotherapy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), business & entrepreneurship, personal development, life coaching, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) ("Services").
By accessing or using our Site and Services, you ("User," "you," or "your") agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you are prohibited from using our Site and Services. We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site and Services following any changes signifies your acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Eligibility
To utilize our Services, you must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these age requirements and that you are mentally and emotionally fit to engage in hypnotherapy and coaching. Our Services are not designed for individuals under the age of 18 or those who are not capable of forming legally binding contracts under applicable law.
3. User Accounts
To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to create an account ("Account"). You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account credentials and for all activities that occur under your Account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your Account or any other breach of security.
4. Services Offered
Our Site provides a platform for Users to enrol in online courses and receive coaching services in various subjects including CBT, psychology, hypnotherapy, AI, business & entrepreneurship, personal development, life coaching, and NLP. These Services are offered both online and face-to-face, with the latter being available at our office in Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any Service at any time without notice.
5. Payment Terms
The fees for our Services are listed on our Site and may be subject to change without notice. Payment can be made using PayPal, and we plan to introduce Stripe as an additional payment method. Full payment is required at the time of purchase or booking for Services. You agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information for all transactions made on our Site.
6. Refund Policy
Please refer to our Refund Policy for more information on this section.
7. Intellectual Property Rights
All content and materials available on our Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and course materials, are the property of Modern Hypnosis and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use any content or materials from our Site without our prior written consent.
8. User Content
You may have the opportunity to create, post, or share content, such as comments, reviews, or other materials (collectively, "User Content") on our Site. You retain all rights in, and are solely responsible for, the User Content you post to the Site. By posting User Content, you grant Modern Hypnosis a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such User Content throughout the world in any media.
9. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities: (a) using the Site or Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law; (b) violating or encouraging others to violate the rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights; (c) posting or transmitting any content that is offensive, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable; (d) attempting to interfere with or compromise the system integrity or security of the Site; (e) creating multiple accounts for the purpose of vote manipulation or other deceptive practices; (f) using automated means, including spiders, robots, crawlers, data mining tools, or the like to download or scrape data from the Site, except for internet search engines (e.g., Google) and non-commercial public archives.
10. Course Access and Usage
Upon enrolling in a course, you are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited right to access and use the course content for your personal, non-commercial use. You agree not to share your access with any third party, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise make the course content available to others, or use the content for any commercial purpose.
11. Coaching Services
Our coaching services, including mind coaching, business coaching, and hypnotherapy, are provided by qualified professionals. You understand that coaching is not a substitute for professional mental health care or medical treatment and that it is your responsibility to seek such care if needed. Sessions may be conducted face-to-face at our office in Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland, or online via Zoom, as agreed upon at the time of booking.
12. Confidentiality
Modern Hypnosis is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. We will not disclose any information you provide to us during coaching sessions or as part of your use of our Services, except as required by law or as necessary to provide our Services to you.
13. Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms, provides information on how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information. By using our Site and Services, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.
14. Cookie Policy
Our Cookie Policy, which is also incorporated by reference into these Terms, explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our Site. By using our Site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.
15. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Modern Hypnosis. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services and do not endorse them. You acknowledge and agree that Modern Hypnosis shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party sites or services.
16. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Modern Hypnosis does not warrant that the Site or Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
17. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Modern Hypnosis shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Site or Services; (b) any conduct or content of any third party on the Site; (c) any content obtained from the Site or Services; or (d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.
18. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Modern Hypnosis, its affiliates, officers, agents, employees, and partners from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of the Site or Services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.
19. Termination
Modern Hypnosis may terminate or suspend your access to the Site and Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site and Services will immediately cease. All provisions of the Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
20. Modifications to Terms and Conditions
Modern Hypnosis reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our Site and Services after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
21. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Scotland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.
22. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms, or the breach, termination, or invalidity thereof, the parties shall first seek to resolve the dispute amicably through negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within a reasonable time, the parties agree to submit the dispute to binding arbitration under the rules of the Scottish Arbitration Centre. The arbitration shall be conducted in English, and the place of arbitration shall be in Ayr, Scotland.
23. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable under any applicable law, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not render these Terms invalid or unenforceable as a whole, and such provisions shall be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions herein.
24. Waiver
The failure of Modern Hypnosis to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by Modern Hypnosis.
25. Feedback and Suggestions
We welcome and encourage you to provide feedback, comments, and suggestions for improvements to the Site and Services ("Feedback"). You may submit Feedback by emailing us at [insert email address]. You acknowledge and agree that any Feedback you provide will be considered non-confidential and non-proprietary and that we are free to use such Feedback on an unrestricted basis without any compensation to you.
26. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms or the Site and Services, please contact us at [email protected].
27. Accessibility
Modern Hypnosis is committed to ensuring that our Site and Services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty accessing any part of our Site or Services or have any feedback or suggestions regarding the accessibility of our Site and Services, please contact us at [email protected]
28. Health and Safety Disclaimer
The content and services provided by Modern Hypnosis are for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions or if you have any concerns about your mental or physical health.
29. Free Resources
Modern Hypnosis offers free resources, including a downloadable Hypnosis Audio series, an Ebooklet called 'The Anxiety Solution,' and a mini-course 'The Blueprint for Success Productivity Course.' These resources are provided for personal use only and are subject to the terms and conditions of this agreement.
30. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Modern Hypnosis regarding the use of the Site and Services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings between you and Modern Hypnosis. These Terms do not create any partnership, joint venture, employment, or other agency relationship between you and Modern Hypnosis.
