Terms of Service

Last updated: November 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Mind Heavenly's services, including our website, mobile applications, and therapy services (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Services.

Mind Heavenly provides an online platform connecting users with licensed mental health professionals and AI-powered support tools. Our Services are designed to support your mental wellness journey but are not a substitute for emergency medical care.

2. Eligibility

To use our Services, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age, or have parental/guardian consent if between 13-17 years old
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement
  • Not be prohibited from using the Services under applicable laws
  • Provide accurate and complete registration information
  • Be a resident of South Africa or a jurisdiction where our Services are available

3. Description of Services

Mind Heavenly offers:

  • Therapy Sessions: Video, audio, and text-based sessions with licensed therapists
  • AI Support: 24/7 AI-powered mental wellness support and guidance
  • Resources: Educational content, exercises, and self-help materials
  • Progress Tracking: Tools to monitor your mental wellness journey

Our therapists are independently licensed professionals. Mind Heavenly facilitates connections but does not directly provide medical or therapeutic services.

4. Not for Emergencies

Mind Heavenly is NOT an emergency service. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, suicidal thoughts, or are in immediate danger, please:

  • Call emergency services: 10111 (South Africa)
  • Contact SADAG (South African Depression and Anxiety Group): 0800 567 567
  • Go to your nearest emergency room
  • Lifeline South Africa: 0861 322 322

5. User Accounts and Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • Ensuring your contact information remains accurate and up-to-date

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in fraudulent activity.

6. Therapy Services

When using our therapy services:

  • Sessions are conducted by independently licensed mental health professionals
  • The therapist-client relationship is between you and your chosen therapist
  • You have the right to discontinue services at any time
  • Session content is confidential, subject to legal exceptions
  • Therapists may terminate the relationship if they believe they cannot adequately help you

7. AI Support Services

Our AI-powered support:

  • Is designed to provide general wellness support and guidance
  • Is NOT a replacement for professional therapy or medical advice
  • May not be suitable for all mental health conditions
  • Will escalate to human support when crisis indicators are detected
  • Conversations may be reviewed to improve service quality

8. Payment and Cancellation

Payment terms:

  • Fees are charged as specified at the time of booking
  • Payment is due at the time of booking or as agreed
  • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before a session may incur fees
  • No-shows may be charged the full session fee
  • Refunds are processed according to our refund policy

9. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Provide false or misleading information
  • Use the Services for any unlawful purpose
  • Harass, threaten, or abuse therapists or staff
  • Share your account credentials with others
  • Record sessions without explicit consent from all parties
  • Attempt to circumvent security measures
  • Use the platform for commercial purposes without authorization

10. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of our Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, are the exclusive property of Mind Heavenly and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Mind Heavenly and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of or inability to use the Services.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through our platform. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Mind Heavenly

Email: legal@mindheavenly.co.za

Support: support@mindheavenly.co.za