Could Jayson Gaddis or The Relationship School Face a Lawsuit? A Public Review of Legal Concerns

Introduction: Where There’s Silence, There May Be Risk

Jayson Gaddis, founder of The Relationship School, has built a brand around emotional mastery, self-awareness, and transformation. His programs promise students the tools to become certified relationship coaches and deepen their relational intelligence.

But behind the branding lies a pattern that has prompted some to ask:

Could The Relationship School eventually face a lawsuit?

While no public legal action is currently on record, this article explores the red flags that raise legal and ethical questions, especially surrounding consumer protection, contracts, accreditation, and intimidation tactics.

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1. The Use of Contracts to Enforce $5,000+ Coaching Fees

Multiple students report being required to sign legally binding contracts committing them to pay $5,000 to $9,000 USD for programs like:

• Relationship Mastery

• Relationship Coach Training

These contracts:

• Often include non-refundable clauses

• Can lead to debt collection if payments stop

• Are enforced even if the student realizes the program is unaccredited or misrepresented

If a lawsuit ever arose, the use of contracts to enforce unregulated, non-accredited programs could become a major focus.

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2. Lack of Accreditation or Regulation

The Relationship School is:

• Not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, CHEA, or any regional college board

• Not affiliated with the International Coaching Federation (ICF)

• Not licensed as a school in Canada or the United States

This means:

• The certificate issued has no professional or academic value

• Students have no recourse through educational ombudsmen

• There is no government oversight for quality, safety, or ethics

In legal terms, this could raise questions about misrepresentation—especially when marketing uses phrases like “certified coach” and “school.”

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3. Legal Threats and Cease-and-Desist Letters to Silence Criticism

Several individuals who publicly criticized The Relationship School have reported receiving cease-and-desist letters from lawyers representing Jayson Gaddis or his organization.

These letters typically demand that students:

• Remove negative reviews

• Refrain from discussing their experience publicly

• Cease sharing screenshots or refund disputes

In some cases, individuals are accused of “breach of contract” simply for speaking out.

This pattern of legal intimidation to suppress feedback could be interpreted as a form of consumer silencing—potentially triggering scrutiny under free speech and public interest laws.

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4. Therapy-Like Claims Without Clinical Licensing

The Relationship School frequently promotes:

• “Attachment healing”

• “Nervous system work”

• “Shadow integration”

• “Trauma-informed coaching”

Yet:

• The school is not a licensed mental health provider

• It does not employ certified therapists in regulated capacities

• It is not affiliated with the American Psychological Association (APA), NBCC, or any U.S./Canadian therapy regulator

This could expose the program to legal risk if any harm results from unqualified individuals working with emotionally vulnerable participants.

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5. Lack of Transparency Around Refunds and Program Structure

Students report:

• Being denied refunds even when the program was misaligned

• Finding refund terms only after enrolling

• Realizing too late that the training is primarily pre-recorded

• Feeling manipulated into upgrades (e.g., “Level 2” or “Hardship Options”)

This lack of transparency could form the basis of a deceptive practices claim in future legal action.

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6. Silence Through NDAs and Pressure Tactics

In some cases, students report being asked to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in exchange for partial refunds or to avoid legal escalation. These NDAs often prohibit:

• Speaking publicly about the program

• Warning others about their experience

• Publishing reviews

The use of NDAs in unregulated coaching programs may not hold up legally—and could itself become a legal liability if challenged by future claimants or regulators.

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Conclusion: No Lawsuit Yet—But the Legal Risks Are Real

As of now, there is no known lawsuit publicly filed against Jayson Gaddis or The Relationship School. But that doesn’t mean one couldn’t emerge.

With multiple reports of:

• Overcharging

• Legal pressure tactics

• Unaccredited certifications

• Misleading language

• Silencing of criticism

…the foundation for a future consumer protection lawsuit or class action is not far-fetched.

If you’ve been enrolled in a program that made legal threats, denied you a refund, and issued a certificate that isn’t recognized anywhere, you are not alone—and you may not be without options.

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