Privacy Policy for Strawn Counseling, LLC – Muscle Shoals, Alabama
Effective Date: July 31, 2023
At Strawn Counseling, LLC, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other relevant laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and secure your information for both telehealth and in-person counseling services. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information Collection and Use:
We collect and maintain personal information, including but not limited to your name, contact details, medical history, and relevant clinical data, to provide you with quality counseling services. This information is obtained through intake forms, consultations, telehealth sessions, and in-person meetings.
Protected Health Information (PHI):
Your personal information, including PHI, will only be used for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, as permitted by HIPAA. PHI is securely stored and transmitted to ensure confidentiality.
Telehealth Security:
For telehealth sessions, we use encrypted and secure platforms to protect your privacy. We advise you to participate in telehealth sessions from a private and secure location on your end.
Confidentiality and Disclosure:
Your counseling sessions are confidential and protected under HIPAA regulations. We will not disclose your information without your explicit consent, except as required by law or when there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.
Data Retention:
Your personal information and PHI will be retained for the duration required by law and ethical standards. After this period, all records will be securely disposed of.
Third-Party Services:
We may use trusted third-party service providers to assist in counseling services or practice management. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and will not share your information without your consent.
Minors:
We provide counseling services to minors with parental or legal guardian consent. Parent(s) or guardian(s) may have access to their child’s information, but the child’s privacy remains a priority.
Access and Correction:
You have the right to access, review, modify, or correct any of your personal information or PHI in our records. Please contact us to make such requests.
Notice of Privacy Practices:
You have the right to receive a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices, which provides additional information about how we use and disclose your information.
Updates to Policy:
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary to comply with HIPAA and other relevant regulations. You will be notified of any significant updates.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our counseling services, please contact us at:
Strawn Counseling, LLC
Address: 503 State Street A12, Muscle Shoals, Al 35661
Office Phone: 256-558-1822
Office Email: strawncounseling@outlook.com
By seeking counseling services from Strawn Counseling, LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our compliance with HIPAA regulations.