Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Last Updated: [Insert Date]
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Mariana Enson Therapy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all of our users.
Conformance Status
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.
While we work toward full compliance, we acknowledge that some areas of our website may not yet meet all accessibility standards. We are actively working to address these issues.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
Visual Accessibility:
Clear, readable fonts with adequate size and spacing
Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
Alternative text descriptions for images
Consistent and predictable navigation structure
Navigation:
Keyboard-accessible navigation throughout the site
Logical heading structure for screen reader users
Skip navigation links to main content
Descriptive link text that makes sense out of context
Content:
Plain language used throughout the site
Clear page titles and headings
Forms with properly labeled fields
Error messages that are clear and helpful
Technical:
Semantic HTML markup
ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) labels where appropriate
Responsive design that works across devices and screen sizes
Assistive Technologies
This website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
Screen magnification software
Speech recognition software
Keyboard-only navigation
Browser text size adjustment tools
Recommended Browsers:
Google Chrome (latest version)
Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
Safari (latest version)
Microsoft Edge (latest version)
Known Limitations
We are aware of the following accessibility limitations and are working to address them:
Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible (we are working to remediate these)
Third-party embedded content (e.g., maps, videos) may have accessibility limitations beyond our control
Some older images may lack comprehensive alternative text descriptions
We are committed to resolving these issues as quickly as possible.
Feedback & Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Mariana Enson Therapy website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:
Contact Information:
Mariana Enson, AMFT #161253
Mariana Enson Therapy
2615 Pacific Coast Hwy #324
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Phone: 424-236-2060
Email: marianaenson@gmail.com
When contacting us about accessibility, please include:
The web page or content you were trying to access
A description of the problem you encountered
The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
Your contact information so we can follow up
We will respond to accessibility feedback within 3-5 business days and work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Accessibility Accommodations for Services
In addition to website accessibility, we are committed to providing accessible therapy services:
Telehealth Accessibility:
HIPAA-compliant video platform with accessibility features
Closed captioning available upon request
Alternative communication methods available (phone, email)
In-Person Office Accessibility:
Wheelchair-accessible building entrance
Accessible parking available
Elevator access to office suite
Accessible restroom facilities
Service animals welcome
Communication Accommodations:
Sessions available in English and Armenian
Written materials available in alternative formats upon request
Flexible communication methods to meet individual needs
If you require specific accommodations for therapy services, please let us know when scheduling your appointment
Third-Party Content
Some content on this website may be provided by third parties (e.g., Google Maps, embedded videos, insurance provider links). While we strive to ensure all content is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content.
If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please contact us and we will work to provide the information in an alternative accessible format.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are committed to:
Regularly reviewing and testing our website for accessibility
Training our team on accessibility best practices
Incorporating accessibility into our design and development processes
Staying current with evolving accessibility standards and guidelines
Listening to user feedback and making improvements
Accessibility Standards & Guidelines
Our accessibility efforts are guided by:
WCAG 2.1 Level AA (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Title III requirements
California Unruh Civil Rights Act
Formal Complaints
We take accessibility seriously. If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a formal complaint with:
U.S. Department of Justice
Civil Rights Division
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20530
Website: www.ada.gov
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing
2218 Kausen Drive, Suite 100
Elk Grove, CA 95758
Phone: 1-800-884-1684
Website: www.dfeh.ca.gov
Updates to This Statement
We will update this Accessibility Statement as we make improvements to our website and services. This statement was last reviewed and updated on [Insert Date].
Additional Resources
For more information about web accessibility, visit:
Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI): www.w3.org/WAI
WebAIM: www.webaim.org
We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for all visitors to our website and all clients of our therapy services. Thank you for helping us improve.