Privacy Policy

Evolutionary Psychotherapy & Holistic Healing

Effective Date: 2.09.2026

Introduction

Evolutionary Psychotherapy & Holistic Healing ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

  • Name, address, email address, and phone number

  • Date of birth and emergency contact information

  • Insurance information and payment details

  • Information you provide when scheduling appointments or contacting us

Health Information

  • Information related to your mental health, wellness goals, and treatment

  • Clinical notes and treatment records

  • Information from assessments, consultations, and therapy sessions

Website and Communication Information

  • Information collected through our website, including IP address and browser type

  • Email and text message interaction data

  • Newsletter subscription information

How We Collect Information

We collect information:

  • Directly from you when you schedule services, attend sessions, or contact us

  • Through our website when you submit forms or sign up for newsletters

  • When you opt-in to receive text messages or email communications

  • During the course of providing therapeutic and holistic wellness services

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide therapeutic services, consultations, and wellness programs

  • Schedule and confirm appointments

  • Process payments and insurance claims

  • Communicate with you about your care and our services

  • Send appointment reminders, wellness tips, and event notifications

  • Improve our services and website functionality

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Protected Health Information (PHI) and HIPAA

As a mental health practice, we are required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your health information is protected under HIPAA and will only be used and disclosed as permitted by law and as described in our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to you at the start of services.

SMS/MMS Text Messaging

Consent to Receive Messages

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive text messages from us, including appointment reminders, wellness tips, event notifications, and practice updates. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

Opt-Out

You may opt-out at any time by replying STOP to any text message or by contacting us at (845) 795-8030.

Security of Text Messages

Please note that text messages are not a secure form of communication for sensitive health information. We will not send protected health information via text without your specific authorization.

Mobile Phone Number Privacy

We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your mobile phone number is used exclusively for communications from our practice as described in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information:

  • With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share information with specific individuals or entities

  • For Treatment: With other healthcare providers involved in your care

  • With Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist us (such as billing services, IT support, or appointment scheduling platforms), under confidentiality agreements

  • As Required by Law: When required by court order, subpoena, or applicable law

  • For Payment and Operations: With insurance companies for billing purposes and with business associates as necessary for practice operations

Website and Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Data Security

We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal and health information

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

  • Receive a paper copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices

  • Opt-out of marketing communications

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

Privacy for Minors

Our services may be provided to minors as part of our children and adolescent therapy programs. When treating minors, we comply with applicable laws regarding parental consent and the privacy rights of minors.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Evolutionary Psychotherapy & Holistic Healing
291 Wall Street, 2nd & 3rd Floor
Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: (845) 795-8030
Email: evolutionaryholistichealing@gmail.com

For specific questions about your health information rights under HIPAA, please request our Notice of Privacy Practices.