PRIVACY POLICY FOR ALIGNED COUNSELING AND SUPERVISION, PLLC

Last Updated: 11/23/2024

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the website of Aligned Counseling and Supervision, PLLC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [https://www.alignedcounseling.com].

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • Basic contact information if you fill out our contact forms

  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site)

  • Device information (browser type, IP address)

Note: This policy covers website usage only. Medical and therapeutic information privacy is covered under our separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which will be provided during your first session.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Website information is used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Improve our website and services

  • Send you requested information

  • Schedule appointments

  • Maintain website security

INFORMATION SECURITY

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL encryption for all data transmission

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Regular security updates

  • Limited staff access to contact information

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Our website may use third-party services such as:

  • Google Analytics for website statistics

  • Scheduling software for appointments

  • Contact form processors

  • Website hosting services

These services have their own privacy policies and data collection practices.

COOKIES AND TRACKING

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve user experience

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt-out of communications

  • Update your information

CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

California residents have additional rights regarding their personal information under the CCPA.

UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about this website privacy policy, please contact:

Dr. Emily Fornwalt

Aligned Counseling and Supervision, PLLC

Phone: ‪(423) 281-4089

Email: emily@alignedcounseling.com

Website: https://www.alignedcounseling.com

Note: This privacy policy applies to website usage only and is separate from our medical privacy practices and HIPAA compliance policies.