Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 27th, 2025
At Desiree DePace a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Professional Corporation DBA A Therapist Near Me and The Therapist Near Me we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information, and informs you of your rights regarding your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, or any other personally identifiable information you voluntarily provide when contacting us, scheduling appointments, or submitting forms.
Non-Personal Information: This includes anonymous data such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior. This information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies to improve your website experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected from you in the following ways:
To respond to inquiries or requests you submit via our website.
To schedule appointments or communicate with you regarding services.
To send periodic emails related to your care, appointments, or other relevant updates (with your consent).
To analyze website traffic and improve website functionality.
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties unless required by law, or with your express consent.
3. Confidentiality of Health Information
We are bound by strict confidentiality and ethical standards, and your health information is protected under state and federal laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any information you provide in the course of therapy will be kept confidential and will only be shared with your consent, except where required by law (e.g., instances of imminent harm, child abuse, or as required by court order).
4. Security of Your Information
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no data transmission over the internet or method of storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how visitors interact with our site. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may limit certain functionality of the website.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
7. Your Rights
Under California privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
Right to Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we have collected about you.
Right to Correction: You may request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving marketing or promotional communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in such emails.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
The Marriage & Family Therapist Near Me DBA The Therapist Near Me
Email: office@thetherapistnearme.com
Phone: (949) 232-0146