Terms of Use

Last updated October 23rd, 2024

Terms of Use

Welcome to the Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use govern your use of this website and its content. By using this site, you signify your acceptance of these terms and conditions. Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. reserves the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the site following such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

2. Purpose of the Website

The content on this website is intended for informational and contact purposes only. It is designed to provide general information regarding mental health and psychotherapy services. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health issue.

3. No Therapeutic Relationship

Your use of this website does not constitute a therapist-client relationship. Communication through this site is not confidential, and Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. is not liable for any actions taken based on the information provided herein.

4. User Conduct

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use of the site. You must not transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. and third parties that assisted in the building of this website. It is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of any materials on this site is strictly prohibited. Portions of this website were constructed using artificial intelligence to enhance user experience and provide informative content. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and relevance, Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D., does not assume liability for any errors, omissions, or plagiarism contained within the AI-generated material. Users are encouraged to seek professional advice for mental health concerns.

References on treatment approach include but not limited to:

  • Barsness, R. E. (2017). Core Competencies of Relational Psychoanalysis. Routledge.

  • Cabaniss, D. L., & Al, E. (2013). Psychodynamic formulation. John Wiley & Sons.

  • Cabaniss, D. L., Cherry, S., Douglas, C. J., & Schwartz, A. R. (2017). Psychodynamic psychotherapy: A clinical manual (2nd ed.). John Wiley & Sons Inc.

  • Fonagy, P. (2015). The effectiveness of psychodynamic psychotherapies: An update. ​ World Psychiatry, 14(2), 137-150. https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.20235

  • Hill, C. E., Morales, K., Gerstenblith, J. A., Bansal, P., An, M., Rim, K., & Kivlighan, D. M., Jr. (2022). Therapist challenges and client responses in psychodynamic psychotherapy: An empirically supported case study. Psychotherapy, 59(1), 74–83.

  • McWilliams, N. (2004). Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy: a Practitioner’s Guide. Guilford Press.

  • Mcwilliams, N. (2011). Psychoanalytic Diagnosis: Understanding Personality Structure in The Clinical Process. Guilford Press.

  • Miller, M. C. (2010). ​ Merits of psychodynamic therapy. ​ Harvard Mental Health Letter, 27(3). Harvard Health Publications. ​

  • Mitchell, S. A. (1988). Relational concepts in psychoanalysis: an integration. Harvard University Press.

  • Shedler, J. (2010). The efficacy of psychodynamic psychotherapy. University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine.

  • Steinert, C., Munder, T., Rabung, S., Hoyer, J., & Leichsenring, F. (2017). ​ Psychodynamic therapy: As efficacious as other empirically supported treatments? ​ A meta-analysis testing equivalence of outcomes. ​ American Journal of Psychiatry, 174(10), 943-953. https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.2017.17010057

  • Summers, R. F., & Barber, J. P. (2010). Psychodynamic therapy: a guide to evidence-based practice. Guilford Press.

  • Quatman, T. (2015). Essential Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Routledge.

6. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external sites that are not operated by Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. We have no control over the content and practices of these sites and cannot accept responsibility for their content or availability.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information provided on this website is on an “as is” basis. Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the site or its content. Your use of the site is at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D., or its associates, be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages resulting from your use of this website or its content. Portions of this website were constructed using artificial intelligence to enhance user experience and provide informative content. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and relevance, Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D., does not assume liability for any errors, omissions, or plagiarism contained within the AI-generated material. Users are encouraged to seek professional advice for mental health concerns.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. conducts business without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10. Changes to Terms

Dr. Anthony Koch, Psy.D. reserves the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

For any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us via the provided communication channels on the website.