Privacy Policy
1. Collection and Use of Personal Information When you visit our website or engage in our psychotherapy services, we may collect certain personal information that you provide voluntarily. This may include, but is not limited to, your name, contact information, medical history, and any other relevant information you choose to share. We collect this information solely for the purpose of providing you with high-quality psychotherapy services and ensuring your overall well-being.
2. Confidentiality and Security We prioritize the confidentiality and security of your personal information. As psychotherapists, we adhere to strict ethical and legal standards regarding client confidentiality. All personal information shared with us, both online and offline, will be kept strictly confidential unless you provide explicit consent to release information or if required by law. We take appropriate measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. This includes implementing physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to secure the information we collect. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
3. Use of Information We use the personal information you provide to deliver our psychotherapy services effectively. This may include, but is not limited to, scheduling appointments, communicating with you, assessing your needs, and providing appropriate therapeutic interventions. We may also use your information for internal record-keeping, statistical analysis, and to improve our services.
4. Third-Party Disclosure We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties for marketing or any other purposes without your explicit consent. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our practice or providing our services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use the information as necessary to support our services.
5. Legal Requirements In certain situations, we may be required to disclose your personal information if compelled by law or as necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our patients and the public.
6. Website Analytics and Cookies Our website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These cookies are used for statistical analysis and to improve the functionality and performance of our website. You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies or receive notifications when they are being sent. However, please note that disabling cookies may limit your access to certain features of our website.
7. Your Rights You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, to update or correct any inaccuracies, and to request the deletion of your information, subject to legal and ethical obligations. To exercise these rights or to raise any concerns about the handling of your personal information, please contact us using the information provided below.
8. Changes to the Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
9. Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
Robyn Shapiro, MFT
[email protected]
By using our website or engaging in our psychotherapy services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms and conditions. Last updated: June 8, 2023