Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 7, 2026

Privacy Policy

Welcome to The Science of Self-Advocacy (“SOSA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, enroll in courses, attend workshops, purchase services, or interact with our community.

Information We Collect

Depending on how you use our services, we may collect:

Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Billing information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

  • Mailing address (if applicable)

Course Information

  • Enrollment history

  • Progress through courses

  • Survey responses

  • Reflection exercises

  • Coaching notes (when applicable)

Technical Information

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • IP address

  • Cookies

  • Analytics information

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide access to courses

  • Process payments

  • Send important course updates

  • Deliver cohort invitations

  • Respond to customer support requests

  • Improve our educational offerings

  • Analyze website performance

  • Send newsletters (only if you’ve opted in)

Confidentiality

Many of our offerings involve topics related to personal growth, trauma, identity, leadership, and self-advocacy.

While we strive to create a safe learning environment, online communities cannot be guaranteed to be completely confidential.

Participants are encouraged to respect one another’s privacy.

Coaching & Wellness Disclaimer

Information shared during courses, coaching sessions, or workshops may be personal.

We treat information respectfully; however:

  • We are not licensed mental health providers unless explicitly stated.

  • Our programs are educational in nature.

  • Participation is voluntary.

Payment Information

We do not store credit card information.

Payments are processed through secure third-party providers.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Remember preferences

  • Analyze visitor behavior

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

We may use services such as:

  • Zoom

  • Stripe

  • PayPal

  • Kajabi

  • Squarespace

  • Google Analytics

  • ConvertKit

  • Mailchimp

Each provider maintains its own privacy policy.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, you may receive:

  • Course updates

  • Event announcements

  • Educational resources

  • Promotional offers

You may unsubscribe at any time.

Data Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your information.

However, no online transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals age 18 and older unless otherwise stated.

Your Rights

You may request to:

  • Access your information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete your information where legally permitted

  • Unsubscribe from communications

Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Changes become effective immediately upon posting.

Contact

Questions may be directed to:

The Science of Self-Advocacy

Email: ____________________

Website: __________________

Terms of Service

Effective Date: August 7, 2026

Agreement

By accessing this website or purchasing any product or service, you agree to these Terms of Service.

Educational Purposes

All courses, workshops, coaching, digital products, and educational materials are provided for educational purposes only.

Nothing contained within our programs constitutes:

  • medical advice

  • mental health treatment

  • legal advice

  • financial advice

Always seek appropriate licensed professionals when needed.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to purchase services unless permission is provided by a parent or guardian.

Intellectual Property

All materials are protected by copyright.

This includes:

  • videos

  • worksheets

  • journals

  • presentations

  • graphics

  • course materials

  • frameworks

  • exercises

  • downloadable resources

Materials may not be copied, shared, sold, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.

Community Expectations

Participants agree to:

  • Treat others respectfully

  • Maintain confidentiality

  • Avoid harassment

  • Refrain from hate speech

  • Participate professionally

We reserve the right to remove participants who violate these expectations.

Cohort Calls

Live calls may be recorded.

By participating, you consent to recording for educational purposes.

Participants are encouraged not to share confidential information they would not want recorded.

Refund Policy

Unless otherwise stated:

Digital products are non-refundable.

Course refunds are available only according to the refund policy displayed at purchase.

Completed coaching sessions are non-refundable.

Payment Plans

If a payment plan is selected:

  • Payments remain due according to the agreed schedule.

  • Failure to complete payments may result in suspension of course access.

Coaching Disclaimer

Coaching is intended to support personal and professional growth.

Coaching is not psychotherapy, counseling, or medical treatment.

Wellness Disclaimer

Yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and somatic practices are voluntary.

Participants accept responsibility for participating within their own physical and emotional limits.

Consult a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new wellness practice.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Science of Self-Advocacy and its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from participation in our programs or use of our website.

No Guaranteed Results

Every participant’s experience is unique.

We cannot guarantee:

  • specific personal outcomes

  • career advancement

  • financial gain

  • emotional healing

  • professional success

Results depend on many individual factors.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact

Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to:

The Science of Self-Advocacy

Email: ____________________

Website: __________________

For your SOSA brand, I would also recommend creating four additional policies before launch:

  1. Coaching Agreement (defines the coaching relationship and expectations)

  2. Community Guidelines (for cohort calls, forums, and workshops)

  3. Refund & Cancellation Policy (separate from the Terms for clarity)

  4. Informed Consent & Wellness Waiver (especially important since you incorporate yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and somatic practices)

These will help create clear expectations and provide additional protection as your business grows.