Website Privacy policy.
Website Privacy Policy Effective Date: April 19, 2025 Last Updated: April 19, 2025
Business: Jennifer Patterson, Marriage and Family Therapist Inc. Website: www.therapywithjenniferpatterson.com
Contact: info@therapywithjenniferpatterson.com
This Website Privacy Policy explains how Jennifer Patterson, Marriage and Family Therapist Inc. ("we," "our," or "I") collects, uses, and protects information gathered through this website. This policy applies to website visitors and is separate from the Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs the handling of protected health information (PHI) for therapy clients under HIPAA.
Information We Collect
When you visit this website, we may collect the following types of information:
Information you provide directly: When you fill out a contact form or request a consultation, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and any message content you choose to share. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
Automatically collected information: Like most websites, this site may collect basic technical data such as your browser type, device type, IP address, and pages visited. This information is collected through standard web analytics tools and is used only to understand how visitors use the site and improve the user experience. This data is not linked to your identity.
Cookies: This website may use cookies, which are small text files stored on your device, to improve site functionality and analyze traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, though some site features may not function as intended if you do so.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected through this website is used to:
Respond to inquiries and consultation requests
Provide information about therapy and coaching services
Improve the website experience for visitors
Comply with applicable legal requirements
We do not use your information for marketing purposes, sell your information to third parties, or share it with anyone outside of what is described in this policy.
Third-Party Services
This website uses the following third-party platforms that may process limited visitor data:
SimplePractice: Our client portal and contact form are powered by SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant electronic health record and practice management platform. When you submit a contact or consultation request, your information is transmitted through SimplePractice's secure system. SimplePractice's privacy policy can be found at simplepractice.com.
Squarespace: This website is hosted on Squarespace, which may collect standard website analytics data. Squarespace's privacy policy can be found at squarespace.com.
Google Analytics (if applicable): We may use Google Analytics to understand website traffic patterns. This tool collects anonymized data and does not identify individual visitors.
We only work with third-party platforms that maintain appropriate data security standards.
Telehealth and Clinical Information
This website privacy policy does not govern the collection or use of protected health information (PHI) exchanged during therapy services. Clinical information is handled in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is available upon request and on this website.
Therapy services are provided via telehealth through SimplePractice, which uses end-to-end encryption and complies with HIPAA requirements.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect the information collected through this website, including:
Using secure, encrypted platforms for all client communications
Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
Regularly reviewing our privacy and security practices
No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we take privacy seriously and use industry-standard protections, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
The right to access information we hold about you
The right to request correction of inaccurate information
The right to request deletion of your information
The right to opt out of any non-essential data collection
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@therapywithjenniferpatterson.com. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information, please contact us directly.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information through this site, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including Psychology Today and the AAMFT. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Website Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of this website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Jennifer Patterson, Marriage and Family Therapist Inc. 32120 Temecula Pkwy #1034 Temecula, CA 92592 (619) 736-4711 info@therapywithjenniferpatterson.com