Privacy Policy

New Mind Therapy PLLC Privacy Policy

At New Mind Therapy, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our clients' personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you interact with our mental health practice.

1. Collection of Personal Information:

- We collect personal information directly from our clients during the intake process and subsequent sessions. This may include:

- Contact information (name, address, phone number, email)

- Demographic information (age, gender, ethnicity)

- Medical and mental health history

- Insurance information

- Payment details

2. Use of Personal Information:

- We use personal information to provide mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.

- Personal information may also be used for administrative purposes, such as scheduling appointments and billing.

- We may use de-identified information for research or statistical purposes, with clients' consent.

3. Disclosure of Personal Information:

- We do not disclose personal information to third parties without clients' consent, except as required or permitted by law.

- In certain circumstances, we may disclose personal information to:

- Healthcare providers involved in a client's care (e.g., referral to a psychiatrist)

- Insurance companies for billing purposes

- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights

4. Data Security:

- We employ industry-standard security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

- Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who are required to maintain the confidentiality of such information.

5. Retention of Personal Information:**

- We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements.

6. Consent:

- By engaging in our mental health services, clients consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

7. Access and Correction:

- Clients have the right to access and correct their personal information held by New Mind Therapy. Requests for access or correction should be directed to our Privacy Officer.

8. Changes to Privacy Policy:

- We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and clients will be notified of significant updates.

9. Contact Information:

- If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer at [contact email/phone number].

By accessing our mental health services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

Last Updated: [Date of last update]

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with relevant privacy legislation, including but not limited to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.