Terms of Use

Effective Date: September 15, 2026 Last Updated: September 22, 2026

Welcome to the website of Commonwealth Center for Behavioral Medicine, PLLC (“CCBM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using ccbmed.com (the “Website”), you agree to these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

1. Informational Purpose

The content provided on this Website is intended for general informational and educational purposes.

Information on the Website is not intended to constitute medical, psychological, psychiatric, legal, financial, or other professional advice for any particular person.

Although CCBM strives to provide accurate and current information, we do not guarantee that all Website content is complete, current, or applicable to your individual circumstances.

2. No Psychologist-Client Relationship

Use of this Website, submission of a contact form, or communication through ordinary Website email does not establish a psychologist-client relationship between you and CCBM or Dr. Christopher Rutt.

A professional relationship is established only through CCBM's formal intake and clinical processes.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as an invitation to rely on Website content as a substitute for individualized professional evaluation or treatment.

3. No Emergency or Crisis Services

The Website is not monitored continuously and should not be used for urgent clinical communication or emergencies.

If you are experiencing a psychiatric or medical emergency, call 911, go to the nearest emergency department, or contact 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline if appropriate.

Do not use the Website contact form to request immediate assistance.

4. Initial Consultation Requests

Requests for consultation submitted through the Website are subject to review and do not guarantee that CCBM will be able to provide services.

Acceptance for treatment depends on clinical appropriateness, availability, geographic and licensure considerations, and other factors.

5. No Guarantee of Results

CCBM provides evidence-based psychological and behavioral healthcare, but no treatment can guarantee a particular outcome.

Clinical outcomes vary based on individual circumstances, treatment needs, participation, and numerous other factors.

6. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, Website content, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, design elements, and original materials, is owned by or licensed to CCBM and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may view and use the Website for personal, noncommercial purposes.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, or commercially exploit Website content without prior written permission from CCBM, except as permitted by law.

7. Educational and Professional Content

Articles, blog posts, newsletters, media appearances, podcasts, downloadable materials, and other educational content are provided for informational purposes.

Such materials should not be interpreted as individualized clinical recommendations or as establishing a professional relationship.

8. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites.

CCBM does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

A link does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of the third party or its products or services.

9. Website Availability

CCBM makes reasonable efforts to maintain the Website but does not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure access.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue portions of the Website at any time.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CCBM shall not be liable for damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website or reliance on Website content.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to limit liability or rights that cannot lawfully be limited or waived.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also subject to CCBM's Website Privacy Policy.

Clinical information and protected health information are governed by CCBM's Notice of Privacy Practices.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, except to the extent applicable law requires otherwise.

13. Changes to These Terms

CCBM may revise these Terms from time to time. Updated Terms will be posted on the Website with a revised effective date.

14. Contact

Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to:

Commonwealth Center for Behavioral Medicine, PLLC
29 N. Main St., Ste. 3 #3
Sherborn, MA 01770
(617)-299-9224
info@ccbmed.com