Privacy Policy
At Starting Point, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or communicate with our practice.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Information submitted through contact forms
Appointment requests or general inquiries
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and website usage data through cookies or analytics tools.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Respond to your inquiries and requests
Schedule appointments or consultations
Improve our website and user experience
Communicate important updates regarding our services
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Confidentiality
Protecting your privacy is a priority. Information submitted through this website is handled with care; however, submitting information through a website or email does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
Please do not submit sensitive medical or mental health information through online contact forms unless specifically instructed to do so.
HIPAA
If you become a client of Starting Point, your protected health information (PHI) will be handled in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws. A separate Notice of Privacy Practices will be provided to clients as required.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze website traffic, and enhance your browsing experience. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the website may not function properly.
Sharing Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary to:
Operate and maintain our website
Comply with applicable laws or legal processes
Protect the rights, safety, or property of our practice or others
Work with trusted service providers who assist in operating our business and are required to maintain confidentiality
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to help protect the personal information you provide. While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian involvement. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us so we can remove it.
Your Choices
You may contact us at any time to:
Request access to your personal information
Correct or update your information
Request that we delete information where permitted by law
Ask questions about how your information is used
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Starting Point
ecardona@startingpointllc.com
(860) 484-3855