Welcome to the informational site of Michael Wheaton, PhD, a clinical psychologist and college professor. Our goal is to provide a website that is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that our site complies with the necessary accessibility standards and guidelines to provide an inclusive and user-friendly experience for everyone.
​ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
This statement reflects our ongoing efforts to enhance the accessibility of our website and services for individuals with disabilities. We strive to make our site user-friendly and accessible to all, ensuring a seamless browsing experience for every visitor.
What web accessibility is
Web accessibility aims to create an online environment that enables individuals with disabilities to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the web. It involves implementing design and technical elements that cater to diverse needs, allowing all users to access information and functionality with ease.
Accessibility adjustments on this site
In alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2], we have incorporated various accessibility features to ensure compatibility with assistive technologies. Our efforts include but are not limited to:
- - Utilizing the Accessibility Wizard to identify and address potential accessibility barriers
- Establishing clear page structures and headings for improved navigation
- Providing alternative text for images to aid in comprehension
- Implementing color combinations that meet contrast requirements
- Minimizing the use of motion to prevent visual discomfort
- Ensuring accessibility of multimedia content such as videos, audio, and documents
Declaration of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content [only add if relevant]
Certain pages on our site may contain content from third-party sources, impacting their full compliance with accessibility standards. We acknowledge partial compliance with the standards for these specific pages and are actively working to address any accessibility issues.
Accessibility arrangements in the organization [only add if relevant]
At Michael Wheaton, PhD's practice, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment at our physical offices and locations. We have implemented a range of accessibility arrangements to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access our services comfortably. These include [describe specific accessibility arrangements at the practice's physical locations].
Requests, issues, and suggestions
Your feedback is valuable to us. If you encounter any accessibility challenges while using our website or if you have any suggestions for improving accessibility, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator, [Name], at [Contact Information]. We are committed to addressing any issues and continuously improving the accessibility of our site.