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DISCLAIMERS

The following disclaimers apply to all content, programs, services, and materials provided by Critical Endeavors, LLC, doing business as Functional Mentoring, through this website and any associated platforms.

Professional, Medical, and Mental Health Disclaimer

Although Christopher J. Colombo, MD is a licensed physician, coaching services do not include medical diagnosis, clinical care, psychotherapy, counseling, or mental health treatment.

Coaching is future-focused and designed to support leadership development, resilience, clarity, and professional or personal growth. It is not a substitute for medical care, therapy, or psychiatric treatment. Engaging in coaching does not create a physician-patient relationship.

If medical or clinical issues arise, you are encouraged to seek appropriate licensed medical or mental health professionals.

Educational Content Only

All website content, courses, programs, and communications are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice.

Your use of this website does not establish any professional-client relationship beyond what is defined in a separately signed Coaching Agreement and Informed Consent document.

Confidentiality and Its Limits
Coaching conversations are expected to remain confidential and are governed by the applicable Coaching Agreement and Informed Consent document.

However, coaching confidentiality is not legally privileged. Disclosure may occur when required by applicable law, including but not limited to:

• Risk of serious harm to self or others
• Suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or dependent adult
• Court order or lawful subpoena

Mandatory Reporting Notice:

Although coaching services do not constitute medical or mental health treatment, Christopher J. Colombo, MD remains a mandatory reporter under the laws of the State of Washington. Information disclosed that triggers mandatory reporting obligations under Washington law may be reported to appropriate authorities as required.

Results and Testimonials Disclaimer

This website may include testimonials, case studies, examples, or descriptions of individual client experiences. These statements reflect the personal experiences of those individuals and are not intended to represent or guarantee that any other person will achieve the same or similar results.

Results from coaching, training, mentoring, or educational services vary based on individual circumstances, effort, commitment, background, and external factors. No specific outcomes, professional advancement, personal development results, or performance improvements are guaranteed.

You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your decisions, actions, and results arising from your use of this website and any services or content provided.

No Guarantees

Functional Mentoring makes no guarantees regarding outcomes, results, or success of any kind. Any statements regarding potential benefits or outcomes are aspirational in nature and should not be interpreted as promises or assurances.

Assumption of Risk

By using this website and participating in any services offered, you acknowledge and accept that you are solely responsible for your choices, actions, and outcomes. You assume all risks associated with applying or implementing information obtained through this website.

Ethical Standards

Functional Mentoring adheres to the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics.

Information about the ICF Code of Ethics and the ICF Ethics Complaint Process may be found at:

https://coachingfederation.org/ethics/code-of-ethics
https://coachingfederation.org/ethics/ethics-complaint-process

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