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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 8, 2024

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Thank you for visiting the website of Sharon Christopher, LMFT ("the Website"). Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information collected, how it is used, and the steps taken to safeguard your data.

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Definitions

  • Website: Refers to Sharon Christopher LMFT's Website, accessible at https://www.sharonchristopher.com/.

  • You: Refers to the user or visitor of Sharon Christopher, LMFT's Website.

  • HIPAA: Stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a U.S. federal law that sets standards for the protection of sensitive health information.

  • PHI (Protected Health Information): Refers to any information related to an individual's health status, provision of healthcare, or payment for healthcare that is created or collected by Sharon Christopher, LMFT's Website and can be linked to a specific individual.

Information Collected

  • Personal Information: I may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and other contact details when you voluntarily submit them through our contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.

  • Usage Information: I may collect non-personal information about how you interact with the website, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.

How Your Information is Used

  • Communication: I may use your contact information to respond to inquiries, send newsletters, updates, or other relevant information.

  • Analytics: I may use analytics tools to analyze non-personal information to improve the user experience and optimize content.

Data Security

I take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure.

Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review the privacy policies of these sites before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

I reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on this page.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact me at sharon@sharonchristopher.com.

HIPAA Compliance

Sharon Christopher, LMFT's Website acknowledges the importance of protecting sensitive health information and is committed to compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the handling of any Protected Health Information (PHI).

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  1. Collection and Use of PHI:

    • Any collection of PHI on this website is strictly on a voluntary basis, such as when you provide health-related information through contact forms or other communication channels.

    • The collected PHI may be used for the purpose for which it was provided, such as responding to your inquiries, scheduling appointments, or providing relevant information.

  2. Safeguarding PHI:

    • We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of any PHI collected.

    • Access to PHI is restricted to authorized individuals who are trained in HIPAA compliance.

  3. Sharing PHI:

    • We do not disclose PHI to third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.

  4. Individual Rights:

    • You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your PHI. If you have any concerns regarding your PHI, please contact me at sharon@sharonchristopher.com.

  5. Breach Notification:

    • In the event of a breach involving PHI, I will follow HIPAA guidelines, including notifying affected individuals and regulatory authorities as required.

  6. HIPAA Compliance Contact:

 

Please note that while I strive to maintain HIPAA compliance, it is essential for users to understand that the internet inherently carries some level of risk, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed. By using this website, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described in this HIPAA Compliance section.

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