Grief is not a disease to be cured, nor is your pain a problem to be “fixed.” In our time together, my role is not to fix you, but to walk alongside you as a collaborative partner. True somatic and emotional integration is a shared journey where we brainstorm together, explore your body’s wisdom and map out realistic, achievable goals. Healing from loss or nervous system dysregulation happens through small, gentle shifts, like stepping stones that gradually help you build the internal capacity to carry your grief. You are the expert on your own life and body. This is your story and together we will pace this work so you can safely integrate your experiences and rediscover a sense of grounding at your own speed.
Please read each section to confirm your understanding.
Non-licensed alternative healthcare status. I understand that Kimberly Summers with The Sanctuary is an Integrative Somatic Practitioner and Certified Grief Coach. She is a legal Complementary Healthcare Provider and is not a licensed Medical Doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, or licensed therapist. Services are self-regulated, holistic, and client-centered. Nothing in these sessions should be construed as a substitute for licensed medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Somatic, energy, grief coaching & somatic reflex integration process. I understand that coaching and somatic practices partner with clients to uncover how emotions create bodily imbalances, offering techniques to release stuck negative emotions and trauma. The specific modalities utilized in these sessions include somatic reflex integration, meridian energy balancing, light contact acupoint holding, energy channel activation, nervous system regulation, voice biofeedback and somatic grief processing. These services are educational and energetic in nature, do not constitute the practice of massage therapy under Idaho law, and do not involve soft tissue manipulation. Pursuant to Idaho Code § 54-4003(2), these practices strictly utilize non-manipulative touch intended to positively affect the body’s energy systems, acupoints, qi meridians, and energetic channels, thereby qualifying for the statutory energy system exemption. In accordance with Idaho state administrative rules, these services encompass somatic movement education, focusing entirely on nervous system regulation through self-awareness and non-manipulative contact. Our work together is a partnership in healing, but it is not a substitute for clinical mental health treatment or medical intervention. There may come a time when it is no longer within my scope of codes and ethics and I deem it necessary and in your best interest to refer you to a licensed therapist. I acknowledge that this work can be emotionally challenging and may bring up old or painful memories as we work to release them from the cellular body.
Sound therapy, tuning forks & biofeedback. I understand that sound therapy and tuning forks utilize localized sound frequencies and sonic vibrations for deep relaxation. I acknowledge that any biofeedback software used simply measures stress markers and imbalances. These tools do not diagnose or treat medical conditions.
Mental health care clarification. I understand that this work does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association. If I am currently under the care of a mental health professional, I confirm that I have consulted with them regarding the advisability of incorporating coaching and somatic practices into my care.
Your choice, your responsibility. I agree that all discussions, perspectives, and feedback offered during sessions are for my consideration and are not binding prescriptions. I retain full, exclusive responsibility for my physical, mental, and emotional well-being, including all lifestyle choices and actions taken during and after my sessions.
Confidentiality. You are safe at The Sanctuary, and so is your information. I treat all information received as sacred. All client information is kept strictly confidential and used for internal records only, except as explicitly required by law (such as mandatory reporting regarding the suspicion of child or elder abuse). All intake forms and notes are stored securely.
Liability release. I represent that I am in appropriate physical and emotional condition to receive holistic support. I hereby release Kimberly Summers / The Sanctuary, its officers, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising out of or connected with my participation in somatic, somatic reflex integration, grief coaching, sound therapy, or biofeedback services. Limited liability: our mutual liability is limited to the exact financial amount paid for the rendered services.
Cancellation policy. I understand that life happens. Every client receives one grace session where a late cancellation or missed appointment incurs no charge. Cancellations or reschedules with 48 hours’ notice carry no penalty. After the grace session, cancelling with less than 24 hours’ notice, or missing the appointment, incurs a late fee of 50% of the scheduled session price, out of respect for the fact that the time was held for you alone. If you cannot attend in person or online, we can transition your session into a comforting phone session instead.
By signing below, I certify that I have carefully read, fully understand, and unconditionally agree to all the terms, disclosures, and liability releases outlined in this document. If the client is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must sign and remain present with them.
