Other than his own personal experience with clinical depression, Dr. Talavera has not received any academic/formal training in mental health. Dr. Talavera cannot and will not, assume the role of your professional mental health practitioner. Dr. Talavera makes no representations or warranties and absolutely disclaims any and all liabilities with regard to any treatment or action by any person that chooses to follow the information offered or provided within or through the Website. Anyone worrying or in a situation requiring professional or medical advice, should consult a trained and qualified specialist
Dr. Talavera has made resources available through this Website with the only intention to provide information, and should not be used to replace the specialized training and judgment of a mental health care professional. Dr. Talavera cannot and will not provide treatment over the internet and is not associated directly or indirectly with a private mental health clinic that offers psychotherapy
Those who choose to use the information provided in this site must recognize that Dr. Talavera cannot be held responsible for the use of the information. It is extremely important that you understand that consulting a physician or a trained mental health professional rather than this Website is the best way to make any decisions regarding your therapy or that of others.
Although useful, self-help information from the internet is not a substitute for professional advice. Those who are receiving formal treatment of psychotherapy must rely on such services to achieve the desired outcome
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis do not use any of the information provided in this website other than the links that he provides for national crisis lines. In addition, you may consider seeking help at a hospital Emergency Room, treatment center, with a physician, a qualified mental health care provider, or through a law enforcement agency or social services.
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