Privacy Policy
Soulshine Holistic Counseling ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal and sensitive information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services, including therapy for eating disorders, pre/post bariatric surgery therapy, self/body challenges therapy, ADHD therapy, and professional supervision for counselors.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information:
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Name
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Contact details (e.g., email address, phone number)
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Appointment and scheduling details
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Payment information (if applicable)
b. Sensitive Information:
As part of our therapeutic services, we may collect sensitive health-related information, such as:
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Medical and mental health history
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Challenges related to eating disorders, ADHD, or self/body issues
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Details about bariatric surgery plans and post-surgery progress
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Information shared during professional supervision
Sensitive information is collected only when you voluntarily provide it through forms, assessments, or sessions.
c. Non-Personal Information:
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Website usage data, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited
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Cookies and analytics data to improve user experience
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
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Provide therapy and counseling services tailored to your needs.
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Schedule and manage appointments.
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Respond to inquiries about our services.
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Offer supervision for professionals in the counseling field.
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Comply with legal and ethical responsibilities.
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Improve website functionality and content.
3. How We Protect Your Information
Your personal and sensitive information is protected through:
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Encrypted communication protocols (e.g., SSL).
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Secure data storage systems compliant with [HIPAA or applicable privacy regulations].
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Restricted access to your information by authorized personnel only.
We implement safeguards to ensure the confidentiality of all information shared in therapy and supervision settings.
4. Sharing of Information
We will not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties, except as required by law or with your explicit consent. This includes situations such as:
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Coordinating care with other healthcare providers (with your consent).
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Complying with legal requirements (e.g., reporting imminent harm or abuse).
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access and review the personal data we have collected about you.
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Request corrections to your information.
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Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or ethical obligations.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
5. Use of Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function as intended.
At Soulshine Holistic Counseling, your privacy and trust are essential to our mission of fostering healing and growth. We are committed to safeguarding the confidentiality of your personal and therapeutic information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Soulshine Holistic Counseling
1-332-203-2171
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.