Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10.2.26

Last Updated: 10.2.26

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Sarah Carlson‑Pint, LMFT (“Practice,” “we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, protects, and stores personal information submitted through this website.

This website is intended for individuals seeking psychotherapy services in Florida or California. By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect Through the Website

The website collects only basic contact information through an interest or inquiry form:

  • Name

  • Email address

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and begin communication about services.

No clinical, medical, or sensitive information is collected through the website.

Additional personal information is only collected after you become a client and complete intake paperwork through a secure, HIPAA‑compliant platform.

3. HIPAA Notice

Once you become a client, any information shared in therapy or through intake forms is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

This website itself does not store or transmit Protected Health Information (PHI).

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited information collected through the website for:

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Scheduling consultations

  • Providing general information about services

  • Communicating with you about next steps

We do not use website‑collected information for marketing, advertising, or data profiling.

5. Information We Do Not Collect

Through this website, we do not collect:

  • Financial information

  • Social Security numbers

  • Geolocation tracking

  • Browsing behavior

  • Cookies for advertising

  • Sensitive personal data

  • Any clinical or mental‑health information

The website is intentionally designed to collect minimal data.

6. Cookies & Tracking

This website may use basic, essential cookies for functionality (such as remembering that you submitted a form).

We do not use:

  • Advertising cookies

  • Third‑party tracking

  • Analytics tools that collect identifiable information

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function fully.

7. Third‑Party Services

We may use secure third‑party platforms for:

  • Scheduling

  • Intake forms

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Payment processing

These platforms have their own privacy policies and comply with HIPAA and applicable state laws.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third‑party websites linked from this site.

8. Data Storage & Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.

However, information submitted through a website form may not be fully secure during transmission. For this reason, please avoid sharing sensitive or clinical details through the website.

Once you become a client, all information is stored in a secure, HIPAA‑compliant system.

9. California Privacy Rights (CalOPPA & CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected

  • Request deletion of personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)

  • Receive equal service regardless of privacy choices

To submit a request, contact us using the information below.

10. Florida Privacy Notice

Florida residents may request information about how their data is used and may request deletion of personal information collected through the website.

Because we collect only minimal contact information, deletion requests are simple and honored promptly.

11. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.

Therapy services for minors require signed parental or guardian consent.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to submit a privacy request, please contact:

Sarah Carlson‑Pint, LMFT

Email: info@sarahcounseling.com

Phone: (239) 350-2025

Location: Florida (primary practice location)