Susan L. Morley Recovery Coaching Agreement

This Agreement is entered into by and between:

Susan L Morley, ECE, CLPC, CARES and purchaser (Client) or the designee of the purchaser (Client) whereby Coach agrees to provide Coaching Services for Client.

Description of Recovery Coaching: Recovery coaches are experienced and knowledgeable in guiding individuals to be more productive, healthy, and positive members of society. They help integrate clients back into their homes post-treatment, help maintain and implement their healing /recovery plan and provide extra support during stressful times. 

1. Coach-Client Relationship

A. Coach agrees to maintain standard ethics and standards as found in the ICC standards 12-24 (https://internationalcoachingcommunity.com/standards-and-ethics/)

B. The Client agrees that the Coach is not and will not be liable or responsible for any actions or inaction, or for any direct or indirect result of any services provided by the Coach. Client understands coaching is not therapy and does not substitute for therapy if needed, and does not prevent, cure, or treat any mental disorder or medical disease.

C. Client further acknowledges that he/she may terminate or discontinue the coaching relationship at any time.

D. Client acknowledges that coaching is a comprehensive process that may involve different areas of his or her life, including work, finances, health, relationships, education and recreation. The Client agrees that deciding how to handle these issues, incorporate coaching principles into those areas and implementing choices is exclusively the Client’s responsibility.

E. Client acknowledges that coaching does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association and that coaching is not to be used as a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, or other professional advice by legal, medical or other qualified professionals and that it is the Client’s exclusive responsibility to seek such independent professional guidance as needed. If Client is currently under the care of a mental health professional, it is recommended that the Client promptly inform the mental health care provider of the nature and extent of the coaching relationship agreed upon by the Client and the Coach.

2) Services

Susan L Morley, Parent Coach Atlanta, LLC 

The parties agree to engage in a Recovery Coaching through weekly Zoom sessions for three months. Coach will respond to texts/emails/video chats within 48 hours.

Coach will be available to Family and support team.

Coach will be available to Case Manager, therapist for communication.

3) Schedule and Fees

This coaching agreement is valid as of the signing of this agreement.

The coaching fee does not including travel, per diem, and/or materials for the benefit of the Client. Reimbursement of expenses shall be paid upon submission of receipts.

The Coach will give as much notice as possible if extra fees including ordinary and necessary expenses are incurred for travel or expenses related to coaching. Receipts for meals and related expenses will be submitted to the Client within 7 days of the last day of coaching. The Coach will, whenever possible, provide a reasonable estimate of expenses upon request. 

The refund policy in effect for the term of this Agreement is as follows: There is no refund for services rendered. Coach agrees that if support team determines Client needs a higher level of care, Coach will refund any balance less fees. 

Travel fees for the Companion coaching program may include, but are not limited to, a minimum travel fee of $125 for up to one hour of driving to and from the location of the Client. For each additional hour of driving (35 minutes up to 60 minutes considered as one hour), an additional $125 will be charged. In addition, the current IRS mileage rate will apply, along with hotel fees, per diem (as set by the GSA), and any other applicable expenses. Coach will submit travel fees within 7 days of the last day of companionship. Client will pay fees upon receipt of invoice.

4) Procedure

If previously arranged that coach will travel with Client, Client will provide a vehicle (personal vehicle or rental car) for transporting The Client to and from appointments and errands. An additional hourly fee will be charged for outings at $125/hr.

Client will reimburse Coach for ordinary and necessary expenses within 7 days of the submission of receipts.

Coach will coordinate with care team to support Client in attending all appointments and meetings. 

Coach will be available to speak with the family and care team to support the Client in their recovery.

5) Confidentiality

This coaching relationship, as well as all information (documented or verbal) that the Client shares with the Coach as part of this relationship, is bound by the principles of confidentiality set forth in the ICC Code of Ethics. However, please be aware that the Coach-Client relationship is not considered a legally confidential relationship (like the medical and legal professions) and thus communications are not subject to the protection of any legally recognized privilege. The Coach agrees not to disclose any information pertaining to the Client without the Client’s written consent. The Coach will not disclose the Client’s name as a reference without the Client’s consent.

Confidential Information does not include information that: (a) was in the Coach’s possession prior to its being furnished by the Client; (b) is generally known to the public or in the Client’s industry; (c) is obtained by the Coach from a third party, without breach of any obligation to the Client; (d) is independently developed by the Coach without use of or reference to the Client’s confidential information; or (e) the Coach is required by statute, lawfully issued subpoena, or by court order to disclose; (f) is disclosed to the Coach and as a result of such disclosure the Coach reasonably believes there to be an imminent or likely risk of danger or harm to the Client or others; and (g) involves illegal activity. The Client also acknowledges his or her continuing obligation to raise any confidentiality questions or concerns with the Coach in a timely manner.

6) Cancellation Policy

Client agrees that it is the Client's responsibility to notify the Coach 24 hours in advance of the scheduled calls/meetings. Coach reserves the right to bill Client for a missed meeting. Coach will attempt in good faith to reschedule the missed meeting.

7) Record Retention Policy
The Client acknowledges that the Coach has disclosed his/her record retention policy with respect to documents, information and data acquired or shared during the term of the Coach-Client relationship. Such records will be maintained by the Coach in a format of the Coach’s choice (print or digital/electronic) for a period of not less than 5 years.

8) Termination

Either the Client or the Coach may terminate this Agreement at any time. Client agrees to compensate the Coach for all coaching services rendered through and including the effective date of termination of the coaching relationship.

9) Limited Liability

Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, the Coach makes no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind or nature, express or implied with respect to the coaching services negotiated, agreed upon and rendered. In no event shall the Coach be liable to the Client for any indirect, consequential or special damages. Notwithstanding any damages that the Client may incur, the Coach’s entire liability under this Agreement, and the Client’s exclusive remedy, shall be limited to the amount actually paid by the Client to the Coach under this Agreement for all coaching services rendered through and including the termination date.

10) Entire Agreement

This document reflects the entire agreement between the Coach and the Client, and reflects a complete understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter. This Agreement supersedes all prior written and oral representations. The Agreement may not be amended, altered or supplemented except in writing signed by both the Coach and the Client.

11) Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises out of this Agreement that cannot be resolved by mutual consent, the Client and Coach agree to attempt to mediate in good faith for up to 30 days after notice given. If the dispute is not so resolved, and in the event of legal action, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover attorney’s fees and court costs from the other party.

12) Severability

If any provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable. If the Court finds that any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting such provision it would become valid and enforceable, then such provision shall be deemed to be written, construed, and enforced as so limited.

13) Waiver

The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or limitation of that party's right to subsequently enforce and compel strict compliance with every provision of this Agreement.

14) Applicable Law

This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without giving effect to any conflicts of laws provisions.

15) Binding Effect

This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors and permissible assigns.