Website Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Commitment to Accessibility

Karine Echighian, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for all users, regardless of ability, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

ADA Compliance

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we strive to make our website accessible to people with disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our site, ensuring it meets or exceeds the required standards for individuals with visual, auditory, or other disabilities.

WCAG Compliance

We aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as recommended by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide a framework for creating accessible web content and are designed to make websites more user-friendly for people with disabilities.

Section 508 Compliance

As part of our accessibility efforts, we also comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. This law mandates that federal agencies’ electronic and information technology is accessible to people with disabilities. We strive to make the website content accessible in accordance with these requirements.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features and improvements to ensure our website is accessible:

• Text alternatives (alt text) for non-text content
• Accessible navigation with clear, consistent menus
• Adaptable layouts and scalable fonts
• Color contrast for readability
• Keyboard navigation support
• Accessible video and audio content with transcripts, captions, or alternative formats when available
• Mobile-responsive design for all users

Ongoing Improvements

Karine Echighian, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. We review and assess the site’s compliance with ADA, WCAG, and Section 508 regularly. Our goal is to ensure that all content is accessible and that users have an optimal experience when navigating the site.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback regarding the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions on how we can improve the website's accessibility, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

How to Contact Us

If you need assistance with accessing content or require additional accommodations, please reach out to us:

Karine Echighian, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

By Email
By Phone

We will work with you to provide the necessary support and address any accessibility concerns as quickly as possible.

Technical Specifications

While we strive to adhere to accessibility standards, some technical limitations may arise. We aim to meet the WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and Section 508 standards, but certain third-party tools, embedded media, or dynamic content may not always fully conform. We are actively working to mitigate any gaps.

Compatibility with Assistive Technology

We ensure that the website is compatible with most assistive technologies, including screen readers and voice recognition tools. However, if you experience difficulty accessing any of our content using assistive technology, please let us know, and we will work to make the content accessible.

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