terms + conditions

Last updated: January 15, 2026

Welcome to broken and beloved ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this website (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

1. Use of Website

This Site is intended to provide faith-based blog content, original writing, and downloadable digital resources. You agree to use this Site for lawful purposes only and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others or restrict their use of the Site.

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Site at any time without notice.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including blog posts, devotionals, studies, PDFs, graphics, branding, and other materials—is the intellectual property of Elysse Rocha, unless otherwise stated.

You may:

  • Read and download content for personal use

  • Use purchased or free downloadable resources in the course of commercial counseling work (including one-on-one client sessions) or as part of pastoral ministry, sermons, or discipleship care, provided the materials are used as intended and are not reproduced or redistributed

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, sell, license, share, or modify any content or digital files

  • Upload content to shared drives, group platforms, or social media

  • Use content for commercial resale, church-wide distribution, small groups, or ministry distribution beyond direct counseling or pastoral care without written permission

  • Claim any content as your own

All downloadable resources are copyrighted and non-transferable.

3. Digital Products & Downloads

All purchases of downloadable resources are final. Due to the nature of digital products, no refunds, returns, or exchanges are offered once a file has been delivered.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use purchased or free digital products for personal use, commercial counseling use, or pastoral ministry use, as described above.

This license does not permit:

  • Redistribution or sharing of files

  • Group or classroom distribution

  • Resale or sublicensing of content

4. User Content & Conduct

If you submit comments, messages, or other content through the Site, you agree that your content will be respectful and lawful.

We reserve the right to remove any content that is inappropriate, offensive, or inconsistent with the mission and values of broken and beloved.

5. Disclaimer

All content on this Site is provided for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional, medical, legal, or pastoral advice.

While content may reference faith, Scripture, or personal experience, you acknowledge that spiritual growth and interpretation are personal and vary by individual.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Elysse Rocha shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or any purchased resources.

Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

7. External Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

broken and beloved
Email: elysserochacounseling@gmail.com

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.