Terms of Use

Last updated October 8, 2026.

These terms apply to your use of drkarenbergstrom.com (the "site"), operated by Dr. Karen Bergstrom ("we", "us"). By using the site you agree to them. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Use of the site

You may browse the site, watch its videos and download the free resources offered here for your own personal or internal team use. You agree not to misuse the site, which includes attempting to break its security, overloading it, scraping it at scale, or sending unlawful, harassing or automated messages through the contact form.

Content and trademarks

Text, video, photography, graphics and downloadable materials on the site belong to Dr. Karen Bergstrom or are used with permission. You may share links to the site freely. You may not republish, sell or adapt the materials without written permission.

The Relational Quotient™ and RQ™ names and marks are trademarks of Dr. Karen Bergstrom. The TPRAT and its related materials are the property of Townsend Leadership and Dr. John Townsend and are referenced with permission. Other names and logos belong to their owners.

Not professional treatment

Content on the site is general education about relational leadership and personal growth. It is not psychological, medical, legal or financial advice, and reading it or contacting us does not create a counseling, clinical or other professional relationship. See the Disclaimer.

Engagements

Speaking, coaching, consulting and certification work is governed by a separate written agreement. Prices, availability and program details shown on the site may change and are confirmed only in that agreement.

Links to other sites

The site links to podcasts, social media, the TPRAT and other services we do not control. Their own terms and privacy policies apply, and we are not responsible for their content.

No warranty

We work to keep the site accurate and available, but it is provided as is and as available, without warranties of any kind to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from your use of the site. Nothing in these terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.

Changes and governing law

We may update these terms, and the date at the top will change when we do. These terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law rules, except where your local law gives you rights that cannot be waived.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent through the contact form.