Policies:
Confidentiality and Privacy Policy for Anita Devine Transformational Psychotherapy Website
Effective Date: 2/27/24
At Anita Devine Transformational Psychotherapy, we are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of our clients' information. This Confidentiality and Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Confidentiality of Client Information:
All information shared with us during therapy sessions, whether in person or online, is strictly confidential. This includes verbal communication, written records, and any other form of communication.
We adhere to professional ethical standards and legal requirements regarding client confidentiality. Information disclosed during therapy sessions will not be disclosed to anyone outside the therapeutic relationship without your explicit consent, except in limited circumstances outlined below.
Limits of Confidentiality:
While we strive to maintain strict confidentiality, there are legal and ethical exceptions where we may be required to disclose information without your consent. These exceptions include:
Suspected child abuse or neglect.
Risk of harm to yourself or others.
Court orders or legal proceedings requiring the disclosure of information.
In such cases, we will make every effort to discuss any necessary disclosures with you beforehand, unless we believe that doing so would increase the risk of harm.
Information We Collect:
We collect personal information only to the extent necessary to provide therapy services and maintain records required by law. This may include your name, contact information, medical history, and other relevant information provided by you during the intake process or therapy sessions.
How We Use Your Information:
Your personal information is used solely for the purpose of providing therapy services, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the quality of care. We do not use your information for marketing or promotional purposes without your explicit consent.
Information Security:
We take reasonable measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of your personal information. This includes encryption of electronic records, secure storage of physical records, and adherence to professional standards of confidentiality.
Access to your personal information is restricted to authorized individuals who are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Third-Party Disclosure:
We do not disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the limited circumstances outlined above or as required by law.
Client Rights:
You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information held by us. You may also request a copy of your therapy records, subject to legal and ethical requirements.
You have the right to request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your personal information, although we may not be able to accommodate all requests due to legal or ethical obligations.
Changes to This Policy:
We reserve the right to update or modify this Confidentiality and Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about our Confidentiality and Privacy Policy, please contact us.
By engaging in therapy services with us, you acknowledge and consent to the terms of this Confidentiality and Privacy Policy.
Anita Devine
Cookies Policy:
Last updated: 2/27/24
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies when you visit our therapy website.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small pieces of text sent by your web browser by a website you visit. A cookie file is stored in your web browser and allows the website or a third-party to recognize you and make your next visit easier and more useful to you.
How we use cookies
When you use and access our therapy website, we may place a number of cookies files in your web browser. We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Performance cookies: These cookies allow us to monitor website traffic and analyze how visitors use our website. This information helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.
Functionality cookies: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Targeting cookies: These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.
Your choices regarding cookies
You have the option to accept or refuse cookies when you visit our therapy website. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, please note that blocking cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionalities.
More information about cookies
You can learn more about cookies and how to manage them by visiting www.allaboutcookies.org.
If you have any questions about our Cookies Policy, please Contact us
Changes to this Cookies Policy
We may update our Cookies Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookies Policy on this page.
Consent
By using our therapy website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy.
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