Privacy Policy for Inclusive Relationship Therapy

Effective Date: 08 November 2024

At Inclusive Relationship Therapy, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, view our services, and schedule appointments with us. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website or use our online scheduling system, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: This includes information you provide when scheduling an appointment, such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information (if applicable).

  • Health Information: If you provide information related to your mental health for the purposes of booking an appointment or consulting with us, we may collect brief details relevant to your care. This information is only collected if you voluntarily provide it, and will be kept confidential in accordance with legal and ethical standards.

  • Usage Information: We may automatically collect data about your visit to our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages viewed. This helps us improve our website’s performance and user experience.

    2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To schedule and confirm your appointments, communicate about your treatment, and respond to inquiries or requests you make.

  • To Improve Our Services: We may use your data to improve the content and functionality of our website and better understand your needs.

  • To Contact You: We may send you appointment reminders, updates on our services, or respond to your queries. You can opt-out of promotional emails at any time.

  • For Legal or Regulatory Requirements: We may be required to disclose your personal information to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls, to protect your data. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not share, sell, or rent your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us with website functionality or appointment scheduling. These providers are obligated to keep your information secure and confidential.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or investigate fraud or other illegal activities.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and Correct Your Information: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you, and request corrections if necessary.

  • Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing emails at any time by following the unsubscribe link included in such communications or by contacting us directly.

  • Delete Your Information: You can request to delete your personal information from our records, subject to any legal obligations or contractual requirements we may have.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that allow us to remember your preferences or track how you use our site. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website.

7. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by Inclusive Relationship Therapy. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

Inclusive Relationship Therapy

Email: fjlewis@uphrn.org

Phone: (314) 806-0698

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This Privacy Policy is intended to help you understand how we handle your information. Your privacy and trust are important to us, and we are dedicated to safeguarding your personal data. Thank you for choosing Inclusive Relationship Therapy for your mental health needs.