Version 1.0 – Last Updated: April 2025
Operated by MRD PSYCHOLOGY PTY LTD (ABN 91 647 516 685)
By accessing The Cancer Rollercoaster’s free resource library, community chat, or any paid program (including The Golden Ticket), you agree that:
If you don’t agree to these terms, please do not use this platform.
1. Overview
1.1 The Cancer Rollercoaster is an online psychoeducational platform for people affected by cancer. It provides tiered access to free and paid support programs based on a stepped model of care.
1.2 The platform offers self-guided learning, moderated community spaces, and live Q&A sessions. It does not provide psychological therapy or emergency care.
1.3 The platform is created and maintained by Michelle R Davey, a Senior Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA, operating under MRD Psychology Pty Ltd.
2. Scope of Services
2.1 Free Community & Resource Library:
Provides access to downloadable tools, moderated chat spaces, and optional Q&A calls. These are educational in nature and are not therapy or personalised psychological care.
2.2 The Golden Ticket (Paid Membership):
A structured survivorship program offering self-paced content and live Q&A calls.
2.3 We reserve the right to update, modify, or remove content at any time without notice.
3. Community Participation & Conduct
3.1 Engagement across programs is voluntary. Users must respect community guidelines and other participants.
3.2 You agree not to:
3.3 We may remove content or restrict access at our sole discretion if these guidelines are violated.
4. Relationship with Michelle R Davey & MRD Psychology
4.1 Participating in any part of The Cancer Rollercoaster does not make you a client of Michelle R Davey or MRD Psychology.
4.2 No therapeutic relationship is formed unless you are referred into the separate 1:1 psychological therapy service delivered by a different clinician.
4.3 Former clients of Michelle R Davey must wait 12 weeks before joining The Golden Ticket. Golden Ticket members cannot access 1:1 therapy with Michelle Davey until 6 months after ending membership.
4.4 All referrals are assessed case-by-case and must align with ethical guidelines and AHPRA standards.
5. Informed Consent
5.1 By participating, you confirm that:
5.2 Q&A sessions are generalised and not designed to respond to personal or complex concerns. They may be recorded and shared within the platform.
6. Emergencies and Crisis Support
6.1 This platform is not suitable for crisis care or urgent psychological support.
6.2 If you are in crisis, contact:
6.3 We do not monitor content or conversations in real time and cannot intervene in emergencies.
7. Technology & Platform Use
7.1 We use several secure third-party platforms to deliver services, including:
7.2 By using this platform, you consent to the use of these tools. Many of these services (including Circle, Tally, and Airtable) may store data on servers located outside Australia. All have been selected for their encryption standards, privacy protections, and compliance with global data regulations.
7.3 We take reasonable steps to ensure these platforms maintain privacy standards in line with Australian law. However, we are not responsible for external service outages, access errors, or breaches on third-party platforms.
7.2 Your use of these services confirms your consent to their respective terms. We are not responsible for platform outages, access issues, or data breaches.
8. Privacy & Data Handling
8.1 Your data is collected in line with our Privacy Policy, including:
8.2 You are responsible for maintaining your own privacy in shared spaces. Please avoid sharing identifiable or sensitive medical details.
9. Fees, Membership, & Refunds
9.1 Golden Ticket Membership:
9.2 All fees are clearly stated at the point of purchase. By enrolling, you accept the fee structure and program scope.
9.3 Refunds are not issued for monthly memberships unless required under Australian Consumer Law. Pro-rata refunds may be considered for annual members if access is removed by the program.
10. Intellectual Property
10.1 All materials, including videos, workbooks, PDFs, live call recordings, and community content, are the intellectual property of MRD PSYCHOLOGY PTY LTD.
10.2 Reproduction, distribution, or public sharing is not permitted without written permission.
10.3 Downloads are for private, non-commercial use only.
11. Advertising, Outcomes & Testimonials
11.1 In accordance with AHPRA’s advertising guidelines:
12. Termination of Access
12.1 We may suspend or terminate your access for:
12.2 Termination is at our sole discretion. No ongoing access is guaranteed.
13. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes will be handled in accordance with Australian jurisdiction.
14. Updates to These Terms
14.1 These Terms & Conditions may be updated periodically. You will be notified of updates via the Circle platform or our website.
14.2 Continued use of The Cancer Rollercoaster indicates your acceptance of the latest version.
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📩 Contact: michelle@thecancerrollercoaster.com
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