Important Information About Services at Life Pivot Healing

Nature of Practice

Life Pivot Healing is a newly established practice (2025). Services are provided by Mary Ludwick, who completed certifications in Grief Education, Resilience Coaching, Reiki, and Crystal Healing in 2025 and is currently building her client practice.

Not a Substitute for Medical or Mental Health Care

The services offered by Life Pivot Healing, including resilience coaching, Reiki, and Crystal Reiki energy work, are complementary wellness practices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. These services are not a replacement for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or mental health care.

Mary Ludwick is not:

  • A licensed therapist, psychologist, or mental health counselor

  • A licensed medical doctor or healthcare provider

  • Able to diagnose or treat medical or mental health conditions

  • Able to prescribe medications or medical treatments

If you are experiencing a medical or mental health crisis, or have concerns about your physical or psychological wellbeing, please consult with a licensed physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other qualified healthcare provider.

Practitioner Qualifications & Experience

Training & Certifications (2025)

  • Grief Educator Certification, David Kessler / June 2025

  • Resilience Coaching Certification, The Leadership Wellness Group (ICF CCE) / December 2025

  • Life Coaching & NLP training, ILCT & iNLP Programs (ICF ACC/PCC Certified Programs) / Expected completion May 2026

  • Reiki Master-Teacher Certifications / March 2025 & December 20225

  • Reiki Holy Fire Master-Teacher Certification / August 2025

  • Certified Crystal Healer & Advanced Crystal Healer Certifications / Love & Light School of Crystal Healing / July 2025

  • Ongoing advanced crystal healing training (4 courses)

Professional Development

  • Currently pursuing International Coaching Federation (ICF) certification (expected completion mid-2026)

  • Engaged in ongoing training and professional development

  • Committed to ethical practice and appropriate referrals

Practice Status: Mary is building her client practice. She has provided Crystal Reiki sessions to friends and family and is now offering services to paying clients. As a newly certified practitioner, she offers introductory pricing and dedicated attention while developing her professional experience.

Nature of Services

Resilience Coaching is a non-clinical, client-led practice focused on personal growth, life transitions, and building resilience during times of grief and change. It is not psychotherapy, counseling, or mental healthcare. Coaching assumes clients are creative, resourceful, and capable of identifying their own solutions with support.

Reiki and Crystal Reiki are energy-based complementary practices intended to support relaxation, stress reduction, and overall wellness. They work with the body's natural energy systems and are not medical treatments. Results vary by individual.

Client Responsibility & Informed Consent

By engaging in services with Life Pivot Healing, you acknowledge that:

You understand:

  • These services are complementary practices, not medical or mental health treatment

  • The practitioner is newly certified and building her client practice

  • You are responsible for your own choices, actions, and wellbeing

  • Results are not guaranteed and vary by individual

  • You will seek appropriate medical or mental health care when needed

You agree to:

  • Inform your practitioner of any medical conditions, medications, or mental health concerns that may affect your ability to safely participate in sessions

  • Seek professional medical or mental health care for any serious concerns

  • Provide honest feedback about your experience to support the practitioner's development

  • Communicate openly if the services are not meeting your needs

Scope of Practice

Mary Ludwick practices within her training and competency level. She does not:

  • Diagnose medical or mental health conditions

  • Prescribe medications or medical treatments

  • Provide psychotherapy or mental health counseling

  • Offer legal, financial, or medical advice

  • Claim to cure or treat any specific illness or disease

  • Work with situations beyond her scope of competence

Appropriate referrals: If your needs extend beyond the scope of resilience coaching or energy work, you will be referred to appropriate licensed professionals, including therapists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, or other specialists.

Confidentiality & Privacy

All client information and session content is kept confidential, except where:

  • Disclosure is required by law

  • There is imminent risk of serious harm to yourself or others

  • You provide written consent for information to be shared

For complete details about data collection and privacy, please see our [Privacy Policy].

Emergency Situations & Crisis Resources

These services are not appropriate for mental health emergencies.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255 (available 24/7)

  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

  • Emergency Services: 911

  • SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (24/7 mental health and substance use support)

If you are in crisis, please prioritize your safety and contact emergency services immediately rather than waiting for a scheduled session.

Testimonials & Feedback

As a new practitioner building her practice, Mary welcomes client feedback and testimonials. Early clients may be offered incentives (such as reduced rates) in exchange for honest testimonials. All testimonials are voluntary and clients may decline to provide them without any negative consequences.

Testimonials shared publicly will only include information you explicitly consent to share (e.g., first name only, initials, or anonymous).

Terms of Service

Booking & Scheduling

  • Sessions are available Monday through Saturday by appointment

  • All sessions are conducted virtually via Zoom

  • You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link details upon booking

  • Please test your Zoom connection before your first session

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

  • 24-hour notice required: Cancellations or reschedules must be made at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment

  • Late cancellations: Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged the full session fee

  • No-shows: Missing your appointment without notice results in forfeiture of that session

  • Emergency exceptions: Cancellations due to serious emergencies or sudden illness will be handled with compassion on a case-by-case basis

For package clients:

  • Unused sessions do not expire but should be scheduled within a reasonable timeframe (typically 6 months from purchase)

  • Packages may be paused for up to 6 months in case of serious life circumstances

Payment & Pricing

  • Payment is required at the time of booking

  • Accepted payment methods: PayPal or Credit Card via PayPal

  • Introductory pricing is currently in effect while building client base (rates subject to change with notice to existing clients)

  • Prices will be honored for packages purchased at the stated rate, even if rates increase during your package period

Refund Policy

Standard policy:

  • Individual session fees are non-refundable once booked (though they may be rescheduled with appropriate notice)

  • Packages are non-refundable but may be transferred to another individual at the discretion of the practitioner

New client protection:

  • If after your first session in a package you determine we are not a good fit, I will refund the remaining sessions with no questions asked

  • This ensures you can try the services without feeling locked into a commitment

Professional Conduct & Boundaries

Life Pivot Healing is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional environment.

Clients are expected to:

  • Engage respectfully and appropriately

  • Communicate honestly about their needs and experience

  • Respect the practitioner's time and boundaries

  • Arrive to sessions on time and prepared

The practitioner reserves the right to:

  • Discontinue services with any client whose behavior is inappropriate, threatening, or disruptive

  • Refer clients to other providers if their needs exceed the scope of practice

  • Decline to work with clients when not the right fit

Boundaries:

  • Communication between sessions should be limited to brief scheduling or administrative matters

  • Emergency support is not available between sessions

  • The coaching relationship is professional, not personal friendship

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Life Pivot Healing, LLC and Mary Ludwick shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of services or inability to use services.

You acknowledge:

  • Participation in coaching and energy healing carries inherent risks

  • You are voluntarily choosing to participate

  • You release the practitioner from liability for outcomes of your choices and actions

  • The practitioner does not guarantee specific results

Client Rights

You have the right to:

  • Ask questions about the practitioner's qualifications and approach

  • Decline any practice or suggestion that doesn't feel right for you

  • End the coaching relationship at any time

  • Request your session notes or records (where applicable)

  • Provide feedback or raise concerns

  • Know how your personal information is used and protected

Modifications to Terms

These Terms of Service may be updated periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email. Continued use of services after changes indicates acceptance of updated terms.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about these terms, the scope of services, or the practitioner's qualifications, please contact Mary Ludwick at [your email] before booking.

I'm happy to discuss:

  • My training and approach

  • Whether my services are appropriate for your needs

  • Referrals to other providers if I'm not the right fit

  • Any concerns about working with a newer practitioner

Last updated: January 2026

Consent Acknowledgment

By booking and participating in services with Life Pivot Healing, you acknowledge that:

☐ I have read and understood this disclaimer and terms of service

☐ I understand that Mary Ludwick is a newly certified practitioner (2025) building her client practice

☐ I understand these services are complementary wellness practices, not medical or mental health treatment

☐ I will seek appropriate medical or mental health care for serious concerns

☐ I agree to provide honest feedback to support the practitioner's development

☐ I understand results are not guaranteed and may vary

☐ I have had the opportunity to ask questions about qualifications and approach