Participant Agreement, Release of Liability & Program Policies

Shawna Thibodeau Coaching Inc. – [Program Name] 6-Week Online Meditation Program

By checking the box and completing your purchase, you (“the Participant”) acknowledge that you have read, understand, and voluntarily agree to be bound by all the terms and conditions of this Participant Agreement, Release of Liability, and the Program Policies outlined below.

1. Services & Practitioner Qualifications
Shawna Thibodeau Coaching Inc. (Shawna Thibodeau) offers complementary and alternative health services, including this online meditation program, holistic classes and retreats, and wellness coaching programs.
Shawna Thibodeau holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (McMaster University) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Trent University). She is a certified Meditation Facilitator and has completed additional training in CBT Fundamentals, EFT Tapping, Yoga, Reiki, Breathwork & Internal Family Systems (IFS). Shawna is not a licensed therapist, psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, or medical doctor. She does not provide Western medical or psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding prescriptions.

2. Nature of Services & Client Responsibility
Services are educational and supportive in nature, focusing on wellness strategies, mindfulness, meditation, stress reduction, and personal development. These services are not a substitute for professional medical, psychiatric, or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If you have any untreated physical or mental health condition (e.g., depression, anxiety, suicidality), it is strongly recommended you seek assessment and clearance from a qualified healthcare professional (e.g., Medical Doctor, Psychiatrist) before participating. Participation involves activities that may cause physical or psychological exertion. You assume full responsibility for your participation and agree to consult with your healthcare providers regarding your suitability.

3. Online Program-Specific Policies & Agreement
By purchasing this 6-week online program, you explicitly agree to the following:

Non-Refundable & Non-Transferable Purchase: All program fees are non-refundable. Program access cannot be transferred to another person or to a future session for any reason.
Missed Live Sessions & Recording Access: All live sessions will be recorded. If you are unable to attend live, the recording will be made available to you in the program portal for catch-up. This is your sole remedy for a missed session.
Participant Comfort & Engagement: You may participate with your camera on or off, according to your comfort level. Sharing during discussions is voluntary and should be to your own comfort level.
Online Community Safety & Conduct: You agree to conduct yourself respectfully during all live sessions and in any associated chat/forum. Shawna reserves the right to immediately and without warning remove any participant whose behaviour is deemed:

Profane, disrespectful, aggressive, or harmful to others.
Disruptive to the group's safety or learning environment.
Indicative of a psychological crisis or need that falls outside of Shawna's scope of practice as a complementary wellness facilitator.
Removal from Program: In the event of removal for the reasons stated above, you will be refunded on a pro-rata basis for any undelivered sessions. Each week of the program is valued at $83.33 + applicable taxes (CAD). Furthermore, for concerns related to psychological instability or crisis, Shawna may, at her discretion, provide a referral to appropriate external support (e.g., therapist, crisis line, medical professional) as a duty of care to maintain a safe container for all participants.
4. Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Waiver of Claims
You acknowledge that participation involves inherent potential risks, both physical and psychological. You agree to assume full responsibility for any and all risks, injuries, damages, losses, or psychological effects, known or unknown, which you might incur as a result of your participation.

You hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to hold harmless and indemnify Shawna Thibodeau and Be Free by Shawna Thibodeau from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, causes of action, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your participation in the program, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

You understand that individual benefits and outcomes from the program are not guaranteed.

5. Acknowledgement of Understanding
You confirm that you have read this entire agreement, understand its contents, and are voluntarily agreeing to its terms. You have had the opportunity to ask questions and seek clarification before purchasing. You agree that this waiver is binding on you, your heirs, assigns, and personal representatives.

By proceeding with your purchase, you signify your informed consent and agreement to all terms above.