Privacy Policy
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Effective Date: [Month Day, Year]
[Practice Name] (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit [yourdomain.com] or contact us through this site.
Information We Collect
When you visit this site or submit the consultation request form, we may collect:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Information you choose to share in the “What brings you in?” field
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Preferred contact method and availability
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Insurance information you provide
We may also automatically collect basic technical information through our website host, such as browser type, device type, and pages visited.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
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Respond to your inquiry
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Schedule a consultation
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Determine whether we are a good clinical fit
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Communicate with you about your inquiry or scheduled appointments
We do not sell or rent your information to third parties
Protected Health Information (PHI)
This website is not a portal for clinical care. Information submitted through the contact form is considered initial inquiry information, not Protected Health Information under HIPAA.
Once you become a client, all clinical communication, scheduling, billing, and documentation are handled through HIPAA-compliant platforms separate from this website. You will receive a separate Notice of Privacy Practices at intake that governs the handling of your Protected Health Information.
Third-Party Tools
This website may use third-party tools, including:
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Website hosting platform: [Wix]
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Scheduling software: [e.g., SimplePractice, Calendly]
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Email service provider: [e.g., Google Workspace]
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Analytics: [e.g., Google Analytics, if applicable]
Each of these providers has its own privacy policy.
Cookies
This site may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
Your Rights
You may request to:
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Access the information we have about you
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion of your inquiry information
To make a request, contact us at the email below.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will reflect the most recent update.