Terms of Use 

 

General

This website (the “Site”) is owned and operated by Krista Debus.

www.kristadebus.com ("Krista Debus", “Krista”, ”me", "us", “our”). By using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and to use the Site in accordance with these Terms of Use, our Disclaimer, our Policies and any additional terms and conditions that may apply to specific sections of the Site or to products and services available through the Site or from Krista Debus. Accessing the Site, in any manner, whether automated or otherwise, constitutes use of the Site and your agreement to be bound by these Terms of Use. Registration and purchase of any products or service by Krista Debus. product or service also constitutes use of the Site and your understanding and agreement to the Terms of Use, Disclaimers and Policies. 

 

Krista Debus reserves the right to change these Terms of Use and/or Policies to impose new conditions on use of the Site, from time to time, in which case we will post the revised Terms of Use on this website. By continuing to use the Site after we post any such changes, you accept the Terms of Use, as modified.

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Disclaimer

In using the Site and any of Krista Debus's services, programs and products, the user agrees that they are aware and understand the following:

• Krista Debus offers the following complementary & alternative services: holistic counselling, wellness coaching, spiritual counselling, meditation classes, group programs, online programs & wellness workshops and events.

• Krista Debus is not a Medical, Psychiatric or Psychotherapy Facility. Krista Debus does not offer therapy or psychotherapy and services should not be considered this. 

• Krista Debus is a certified Meditation Facilitator from Guided Meditation Framework. Krista is not a licensed therapist, psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist or medical doctor nor is she trained in Western diagnosis and treatment. She will not be making suggestions about altering your current medical/psychiatric or professional care or prescriptions. 

• The information contained within the Krista Debus web site (www.kristadebus.com) or within Krista Debus's services and material (services and material includes emails, Facebook and social media content, counselling & coaching services, Rising With Resilience online program, classes, and workshops) are not a substitute for professional advice such as from a Medical Doctor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist or Therapist of any kind. The information provided by Krista Debus does not constitute legal or medical professional advice nor is it intended to constitute such advice.

• Any decisions you make, and the consequences thereof are your own. Under no circumstances can you hold Krista Debus liable for any actions that you take. By using www.kristadebus.com, Krista Debus coaching services, or any material and programs presented by Krista Debus, you agree not to hold Krista Debus liable for any loss or cost incurred by you, or any person related or associated with you, as a result of materials or techniques, or coaching, offered by Krista Debus.

• The content of this site has been written for the general interest and information of the reader. Krista Debus believes the facts are correct at the time of creation, but there may be certain errors and omissions for which Krista Debus can not be held responsible. Although Krista Debus believes the content to be accurate, complete and current, Krista Debus makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness or currency of the content. It is your responsibility to verify any information before relying on it.

• Krista Debus makes no representations about the suitability of the content of this site for any purpose. All content is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

• You shall indemnify Krista Debus, in the event of any such claim, including but not limited to any claims made against the CEO of Krista Debus by any person related or associated with you. Nothing in the content materials shall be considered professional medical, mental health or pharmacological advice.

• Krista Debus's material and coaching sessions are for adults, age 16 or older. Krista Debus or and www.kristadebus.com reserves the right to refuse service for any reason.

• Results for anything offered by Be Free by Krista Debus are not guaranteed. Krista Debus and www.kristadebus.com holds no responsibility for the actions, choices, or decisions taken or made by the client or customer.

• Information, skills and practices provided by Be Free by Krista Debus are alternative health recommendations. Any loss, injury or damage to the participant that occurs after receiving services from Krista Debus are not at the fault of Krista Debus.

• Diagnosing psychological, psychiatric, or medical conditions is for trained medical professionals (Physicians and Therapists), not for a coach or meditation teacher. 

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Links to Other Sites

Some of the sites listed as links herein are not under the control of Krista Debus. Accordingly, Krista Debus makes no representations whatsoever concerning the content of those sites. The fact that Krista Debus has provided a link to a site is not an endorsement, authorization, sponsorship or affiliation by Krista Debus with respect to such site, its owners or its providers. Krista Debus is providing these links only as a convenience to you.

 

If you do not agree to the above terms of use and disclaimer, please do not use Krista Debus's website (www.kristadebus.com) coaching services and programs.

 

Privacy

Krista Debus highly respects the privacy of users, followers and clients.

 

When is personal information collected?

Krista Debus may collect and store personal or other information that you voluntarily supply online while using the Site (e.g., while on the Site or in responding via email to a feature provided on the Site). kristadebus.com only contacts individuals who specifically request that we do so or in the event that they have signed up to receive our free newsletters or have purchased one of our products. kristadebus.com collects personally identifying information from our users during online registration and online purchasing. Generally, this information includes name and e-mail address for registration to receive our free newsletters and name, postal address, and credit card information when purchasing our products. All of this information is provided to us by you.

 

In addition to basic contact information, the site and its associated third-party social media components, as well as the site’s analytics trackers, may also collect other information including non-personal identifying information obtained by storing a “cookie” on your computer. This may include the operating system you are working on, the Internet browser you are using, and the screen resolution of your computer.

 

If you are concerned about privacy on associated third-party social media components (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Google or other services that may be added at a later date) please refer to the privacy policies on those sites.

 

Please keep in mind that whenever you voluntarily make your personal information available for viewing by third parties online – for example on message boards, web logs, through email, or in chat areas – that information can be seen, collected and used by others besides us. Krista Debus cannot be responsible for any unauthorized third-party use of such information.

  

How does Krista Debus use personal information?

Depending on where you have provided personal information, Krista Debus may use your information in a number of ways.

 

The email address you provide through a subscription to any emails and/or free trainings Krista Debus offers, enables me to send you such newsletters. This subscription is entirely opt-in by the user. (I cannot subscribe you to the newsletter, as you personally must have access to the email account in order to verify the subscription.) Subscribers can opt-out of any newsletter at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link that is present on the bottom of every email.

 

The email address that you use when contacting me either directly to my email address or through the form on this site will not be used for any reason but to respond to your inquiry.

 

If you choose to comment about my website or services over Twitter and/or through my Facebook page, I do not get access to your email address, nor do I gain any access to your personal data or private information.

 

Under no circumstances will I share your email address or personal information with any third parties. Such information may be used for data analytics, but I do not sell or share individual personal data or email addresses with anyone, or allow them to be used for mailings that you have not asked to receive.

 

All information shared for billing or for sessions is held in strict confidence. Your personally identifiable information is never sold, traded, or given away.

 

By participating in Krista Debus's surveys, contests, public discussions and public activities, you may share personal information to the public. By participating and sharing personal information you are agreeing to have this information as public and agree that it may also be shared by Krista Debus.

 

Personal information collected through client intake forms, assessment forms and any forms and activities used in coaching sessions will be kept strictly confidential and will only be used for the intended purposes of coaching sessions. No information will be shared with the public unless consent from that person is obtained.

If you have any questions about privacy, please contact me at mindset@kristadebus.com

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Policies

 

Pre-paid Coaching sessions and coaching packages & programs:

• Are non-refundable

• Pre-paid sessions can be re-scheduled if Krista is given 24hours notice of cancellation.

 

Refund Policy for Workshops, Coaching Programs, Events and Online Programs

• These services are non-refundable.

 

Online Programs

• Are non-refundable.

• Please be advised that the Rising With Resilience content is subject to change at any time. The content of Rising With Resilience may need to be removed at any time due to unforeseen reasons or risks. If this is to happen, refunds are not available. 

• It is the users’ responsibility to download available material at time of purchase.

• User agrees not to share and distribute material without permission of .Krista Debus

 

Coronavirus Policies

To ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and prevent the spread of COVID-19, Krista Debus follows the most recent government regulations for Covid-19. 

No current regulations in place as per government regulations. We will be closely monitoring the status and regulations related to coronavirus and changes will be made as government regulations change. Please let us know if you have any concerns or questions by emailing mindset@kristadebus.com

Final Disclaimer

 Terms of use, policies and program material may be changed at any time at the discretion of Krista Debus. If you have concerns or questions, please email mindset@kristadebus.com.

 

RETREAT POLICIES, AGREEMENT & TERMS OF PURCHASE

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Last updated: July 13, 2024

You (hereinafter: the “Participant”) understand that by clicking the payment button, entering your credit card and/or debit card information, or otherwise enrolling, electronically, verbally, or otherwise, that you agree to be enrolled in the retreat provided by Krista Debus, a sole proprietor in the Province of Ontario (hereinafter: the “Company”). The Company is facilitating retreats (hereinafter: the “Retreat”). You hereby understand that you are entering into a legally binding Agreement with the Company and are subject to the following terms:

 

1. TERMS OF PURCHASE

1.1 The intended purpose of this policy is to inform the Participant of the Terms of their Purchase and any information regarding the deliverance of products, enrollment and participation in the Retreat.
 

1.2 The Retreat is an experience hosted and facilitated by the Company on the terms as outlined at the check-out and sales page, whereby individuals will come together to participate in a series of activities. The Participant understands that no accommodation is booked expressly on behalf of the Participant nor is transportation to and from the Retreat expressly included in this offer.
 

1.3 The Participant accepts that additional communications relating to the Retreat may be communicated to the Participant post registration of attendance, and closer to the commencement date of the Retreat. The Participant understands that select modifications to the Retreat may take place, and that the Company will ensure a replacement or substitution of greater or equal value is confirmed.
 

2. PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES
 

2.1 The Participant understands that they are fully responsible to attend any sessions, activities or scheduled programming included in the Retreat during which the Participant agrees to communicate honestly, be open to feedback and assistance, and to create the appropriate time and energy to participate in the Retreat.
 

3. PURCHASE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT
 

3.1 The Participant may have been offered multiple payment options at checkout depending on the length of the retreat. To secure one’s attendance for an extended week long Retreat, the Participant must submit a non-refundable reservation deposit equal to the equivalent of Thirty-Three percent [33%] of the total purchase price (hereinafter: the “Reservation Deposit”). This does not apply for half-day or full-day retreats in which the full retreat amount is due at the time of purchase.

3.2 In addition to the Reservation Deposit, the Participant understands that payment of the purchase price shall be due on the date of purchase or as otherwise offered in the payment options. The appropriate payment amount will be reflected upon checkout. The Participant will be liable for all of the payments subject to the Refund policy herein.

 

4. METHODS OF PAYMENT
 

4.1 The Company accepts payment methods as indicated on the checkout page. If given the option to pay via installments, the Participant authorizes the Company to charge their payment account with the terms of the payment option selected for the duration of the agreed-upon payment plan. It is the Participant’s responsibility to ensure payments are made on time. The Participant understands the Company will not accept payment made by cheque.

4.2 The Participant authorizes upon their first transaction for the Company to charge their credit card account provided in accordance with the payment plan the Participant has selected. The Participant agrees
to provide complete, current, and accurate payment information and to update the Company should any payment information change, prior to the payment due date.
 

4.3 The Participant accepts that if they are unable to adhere to the payment schedule, they must provide notice to the Company forty-eight [48] hours prior to the due date of the payment. If the Participant does not provide notice, the Client understands that any delay in the payment may be subject to termination of this Agreement, and refusal of access to the Participant to the Retreat. If any payments to the Company are delayed, the Participant agrees to pay all amounts due upon demand.

4.4 The Participant agrees that the charges on their credit card in compliance with the terms herein are irrevocable, undisputable and may not under any circumstance be charged back, contested or challenged now or in the future. The Participant understands that doing so would be a material breach of this. Agreement in which the Company would be entitled to legal fees, costs and fees associated with addressing a chargeback in addition to the amount challenged. Should the Participant not pay the amount submitted within ten [10] days, the Company will turn it over to a collections agency. The Participant further agrees that signing of this Agreement is proof of purchase and all that is necessary to establish to the credit card agency or banking institution to deny a chargeback to the Participant.
 

4.5 The Participant understands by accepting the payment terms herein, that they are voluntarily electing to participate in the Retreat, and financially willing and able to invest in the Retreat by choice as effected by their signatures herein. The Participant is attesting that by doing so, they are not in any way incurring economic hardship and are aware of Section 5: Refund Policy.
 

5. REFUND POLICY
 

5.1 The Participant understands that registration of the Retreat will be subject to the following refund policy: (a) if the Participant paid in full, and provided notice as required under Section 8: Termination and Cancellation, the Participant may be eligible to a refund exclusive of the Reservation Deposit; (b) if the Participant paid in installments, and provided notice as required under Section 8: Termination and Cancellation, the Participant may be eligible to a refund of any amounts paid to the Company exclusive of the Reservation Deposit.
 

5.2 Upon registration of their attendance, the Participant understands that subject to the refund policy herein, all sales are considered final and are not eligible for any refund under any circumstance, be it known or unknown, now or in the future. The Participant further agrees and understands that changing their mind about the retreat, failing to complete, follow through or understand the details of the Retreat, not experiencing the results they expected or desired, or experiencing any other similar feelings or situations will not, under any circumstance, warrant a refund. The Participant accepts without dispute the Terms of the Refund Policy and waives any and all claims in connection with the refund policies herein. 
 

5.3 Price Readjustment. The Participant shall not be eligible for a price-readjustment, or refund of any kind to reflect a price-readjustment. The Participant understands that the price reflected at checkout on the date of purchase shall be the final price the Participant is subject to. Any promotions, last minute sales, price drops, incentives or bonuses offered prior to, or post purchase shall not apply to the Participant.

 

5.4 Refund Policy for half and full day retreats.  A 50% refund (on total amount) is available if cancelling 61-90 days from retreat start date. Then, due to limited retreat spots and costs to cover retreat, no refunds are available if cancelling 60 days or less prior to retreat. No transfer of dates available at any time. If one spot is cancelled in a double or trio getaway, the spot becomes open for another registration. If retreat is cancelled due to Covid-19 or any other reason, a Full refund is provided.