Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Rhythm Wellness Mental Health Counseling PLLC is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to mental health information and services, and we are actively working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website.

We are working toward compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are committed to making continuous improvements to ensure our website serves all visitors effectively.

Current Accessibility Efforts

We are actively working to implement accessibility features across our website, including:

Navigation and Structure

  • Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site

  • Logical page organization and information hierarchy

  • Descriptive page titles

  • Mobile-responsive design that works across devices

Content Accessibility

  • Working to add alternative text descriptions for images

  • Ensuring content is readable and understandable

  • Providing multiple ways to contact us (phone, email, form)

  • Creating clear calls-to-action

Ongoing Improvements

We are currently addressing:

  • Color contrast ratios between text and backgrounds

  • Form field labeling and accessibility

  • Keyboard navigation support

  • Heading structure optimization

  • Screen reader compatibility

Known Accessibility Issues

We acknowledge that our website currently has accessibility limitations that we are working to resolve, including:

  • Some color contrast ratios that do not yet meet WCAG AA standards

  • Images that may be missing or have incomplete alternative text descriptions

  • Form elements that may need improved labeling

  • Potential keyboard navigation challenges in some areas

We are committed to addressing these issues and improving the overall accessibility of our site. This is an active and ongoing priority for our practice.

Third-Party Content

Our website may include content from third-party providers (such as embedded maps, scheduling systems, or payment processors). While we select tools with accessibility in mind, we cannot always control the accessibility of external content. If you experience difficulty with any third-party features, please contact us and we will work to provide an alternative way to access that functionality.

Alternative Ways to Access Our Services

While we work to improve our website accessibility, we want to ensure you can access our services. We offer multiple ways to connect:

Phone: (646) 875-8927 - Call us directly during business hours
Email: info@rhythmwellnessnyc.com - We respond within 1-2 business days

Alternative Formats: We can provide information in alternative formats upon request

If you need assistance accessing information on our website, please contact us and we will be happy to help you get the information you need in a format that works for you.

Feedback and Assistance

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter accessibility barriers on our website, please let us know:

Email: info@rhythmwellnessnyc.com
Phone: (646) 875-8927

When reporting an accessibility issue, it's helpful if you can include:

  • Which page you were trying to access

  • What problem you encountered

  • What assistive technology you were using (if any)

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 2-3 business days and will work to address issues as quickly as possible. Your input directly helps us prioritize improvements.

Our Accessibility Roadmap

We are committed to making ongoing improvements to our website accessibility. Our current priorities include:

  • Ongoing:

    • Resolve color contrast issues

    • Add comprehensive alt text to all images

    • Improve form accessibility and labeling

    • Enhance keyboard navigation

    • Regular accessibility audits and testing

    • Staff training on accessibility best practices

    • Staying current with accessibility standards and guidelines

    • Incorporating user feedback into improvements

Assessment and Testing

We are actively evaluating our website's accessibility through:

  • Automated accessibility testing tools

  • Manual review of website features

  • User feedback and reported issues

  • Consultation of WCAG 2.1 guidelines

We recognize that our website does not yet fully meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, but we are committed to working toward that goal.

Questions or Need Help?

If you have difficulty accessing any content or features on our website, or if you have questions about this accessibility statement, please contact us. We are committed to providing you with access to our services and information.

Rhythm Wellness Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Committed to accessible, inclusive mental health care for all.