Privacy Policy
Your privacy and confidentiality are extremely important to us, especially when it comes to mental health and counseling services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and online counseling services.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you register, book counseling sessions, or contact us, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Date of birth
- Emergency contact information
- Payment details (processed via secure payment providers)
Health & Counseling Information
Because we provide mental wellness services, you may voluntarily share sensitive information such as:
- Mental health history
- Counseling notes or session information
- Emotional wellbeing details
- Assessments or questionnaires
This information is treated as strictly confidential.
Technical Information
When you visit the website we may collect:
- IP address
- Device type
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Cookies and analytics data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide online counseling services
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Communicate with you regarding sessions
- Improve our services and user experience
- Process payments
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal or mental health information.
3. Confidentiality of Counseling Sessions
All counseling sessions conducted through our platform are treated as confidential.
Information shared during counseling sessions will not be disclosed to third parties, except:
- With your explicit consent
- When required by law
- When there is risk of harm to yourself or others
- When required by court order or legal authority
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encrypted communications
- Secure servers
- Restricted access to sensitive data
- Regular security monitoring
However, no internet transmission method is completely secure.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers for services such as:
- Payment processing
- Video counseling platforms
- Website analytics
- Email communications
These providers are required to protect your data and use it only for the intended service.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Analyze user activity
- Personalize user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including the ability to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent for certain data uses
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without proper authorization.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal and counseling data only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Maintain records
- Comply with legal obligations
After this period, data may be securely deleted or anonymized.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on this page.