Website Disclaimer
Effective Date: August 20, 2026
The information provided on www.oceancoastlcsw.com is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical, psychological, legal, or other professional advice for any particular person or situation.
No Therapist-Client Relationship
Visiting this Website, reading its content, completing a contact form, sending an email, or communicating through the Website does not by itself establish a therapist-client relationship between you and Ocean Coast Counseling or Stephanie Costa, LCSW.
A professional relationship is established only through Ocean Coast Counseling's intake and treatment process and in accordance with applicable professional and legal requirements.
Not A Substitute For Professional Care
Information provided on this Website should not be used as a substitute for individualized mental health care, diagnosis, treatment, or professional advice.
Every person's circumstances are different. Information about trauma, EMDR, anxiety, domestic violence, emotional abuse, divorce, ADHD, child therapy, or other topics discussed on this Website is general in nature and should not be interpreted as a diagnosis or recommendation for your individual situation.
Website Communications
Please use discretion when submitting information through the Website's contact form or sending ordinary email.
Because general website forms and email may not provide the same level of security or confidentiality as a secure clinical communication system, please do not submit detailed information about your mental health, trauma history, domestic violence situation, custody dispute, diagnosis, or other sensitive clinical information through a general contact form unless specifically requested.
Ocean Coast Counseling may use third-party scheduling or communication services. Those services may have their own terms and privacy policies.
Emergencies and Crisis Situations
Ocean Coast Counseling does not provide emergency or crisis services through this Website.
The Website and its contact forms are not continuously monitored for emergencies.
If you are experiencing an immediate emergency or believe that you or another person is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Do not use the Website's contact form or email to seek immediate crisis assistance.
Information About Forensic Services
Information about forensic court evaluations is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
A forensic evaluation is a specialized professional service that is different from psychotherapy. The scope, purpose, confidentiality, and use of information associated with a forensic evaluation may differ from those associated with treatment.
Questions regarding a specific legal matter, court order, custody proceeding, or legal strategy should be directed to an appropriately qualified attorney.
Third-Party Websites
This Website may contain links to websites operated by third parties. Ocean Coast Counseling does not control or guarantee the accuracy, security, privacy practices, or content of third-party websites.
Following a link to another website is done at your own discretion.
No Guarantee of Results
Mental health treatment is individualized, and outcomes vary from person to person. Ocean Coast Counseling does not guarantee a particular therapeutic outcome, diagnosis, legal result, custody determination, or other specific result from services described on this Website.
Professional Information
Information regarding Stephanie Costa's credentials, training, professional experience, services, and areas of practice is provided for informational purposes. Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as creating a guarantee regarding the outcome of any particular matter.
Changes to This Disclaimer
Ocean Coast Counseling may update this Disclaimer as Website content, services, technology, or applicable requirements change. The most current version will be posted on this page.
Contact
Ocean Coast Counseling
Stephanie Costa, LCSW
2175 Wantagh Ave, Suite 105
Wantagh, NY 11793
92 Broadway
Greenlawn, NY 11740
Email:scosta@oceancoastlcsw.com
Phone: 516-584-4969