Last updated: January 2026
Information We Collect
During the course of therapy or when you contact our office, we may collect personal information including your name, contact information, health history, insurance information, and other information necessary to provide mental health services.
We collect this information directly from you through in-person sessions, phone calls, emails, and online contact forms. We do not collect information from third parties without your consent, except as required or permitted by law.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used exclusively for the purpose of providing mental health treatment and related services. This includes scheduling appointments, processing insurance claims, contacting you regarding your care, and maintaining treatment records.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as required by law or with your written consent. Your information may be shared with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other entities as necessary for your care and treatment.
Confidentiality & Protected Health Information
This practice complies fully with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and California privacy laws. All patient information is maintained in strict confidence and stored securely.
Your health information is protected by state and federal law. Exceptions to confidentiality exist in limited circumstances, including situations involving imminent danger to yourself or others, court orders, child abuse reporting, or elder abuse reporting.
Data Security
We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your personal health information. Patient records are stored in secure locations, and access is limited to authorized personnel only.
While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
Website Privacy
This website uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics collects information about your visit in an anonymized form. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We do not track or store personal information through our website contact forms beyond what is necessary to respond to your inquiry.
Communication Limitations
Please be aware that email and website contact forms are not fully secure channels of communication. Sensitive personal or health information should not be transmitted through these methods. If you need to share confidential information, please call our office directly.
Messages sent through our website may be monitored for quality and security purposes. Do not assume email communications are private or confidential.
Your Rights
You have the right to access, review, and request corrections to your health records. You may request a copy of your treatment records by submitting a written request to our office.
You have the right to request restrictions on how your information is used or disclosed, and to request confidential communications about your care. Some requests may be denied if they would impair the quality of your treatment.
Children's Privacy
This website is not intentionally directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date on this page. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any modifications.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at [email protected] or by phone at (949) 735-7890.