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Privacy Policy​

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or communicate with me online.

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you have any questions, please contact me at:

2. Information I Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you use my website, you may voluntarily provide:

  • Your name, email address, and/or phone number when submitting a contact form or requesting an appointment.

  • Any information you include in your message or intake request.

⚠️ Please do not share confidential clinical or medical details through this website’s contact form or email. Once you become a client, we will use a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform for all therapy-related communications.

B. Information Collected Automatically

My website may automatically collect limited information to help improve performance and security, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • IP address and general geographic location

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Device and operating system information

This information is typically gathered through cookies or analytics tools like Google Analytics. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Your information may be used for:

  • Responding to inquiries or appointment requests

  • Scheduling consultations or sessions

  • Sending reminders or updates related to your request

  • Improving website functionality and content

  • Meeting legal or professional obligations

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

4. HIPAA and Client Confidentiality

If you become a therapy client, your protected health information (PHI) is governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), not just this website policy.

All client records, session notes, and related information are stored and transmitted through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems. I follow all federal and state regulations to protect your privacy and confidentiality.

Communications through this website or email are not encrypted and should not be used for discussing personal mental health concerns. Once you are an established client, we will communicate through secure platforms only.

5. Data Retention

  • Website data (such as contact form messages) is typically retained for up to 1 month or until your inquiry is addressed.

  • Client records are maintained in accordance with professional and legal standards—generally for at least 7 years after the last date of service, or longer if required by state law.

6. Third-Party Services

This website may include links to third-party websites (such as directories, scheduling tools, or professional associations). I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

If you use an online booking or payment service linked here, please review that service’s privacy policy for details about how your data is handled.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your state and federal law, you may have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of the information I hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate personal information

  • Request deletion of certain information (subject to record-keeping laws)

  • Receive a copy of my Notice of Privacy Practices if you are a client

To make any such request, contact me at [your email address].

8. Security

I use reasonable physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect the information collected through this website. However, no online system is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute protection from unauthorized access.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under 13 years old, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Updates take effect as soon as they are posted on this page.

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