At The Visiting Counselor LLC, your privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information in compliance with New Jersey legal standards, National Association of Social Workers (NASW) legal standards, and GoDaddy hosting and security policies.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
· Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and billing information.
· Health Information: Details shared during therapy session bookings or consultations.
· Website Usage: IP address, browser type, and cookies for analytics purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
· Provide psychotherapy, counseling, and life coaching services.
· Schedule appointments and send relevant updates.
· Comply with legal and ethical obligations.
· Improve website functionality and user experience.
3. Confidentiality and Security
· Confidentiality: All sessions and communications are confidential and protected under New Jersey law and NASW ethical guidelines.
· Data Security: We adhere to GoDaddy’s hosting and SSL standards to safeguard your information with encrypted connections.
4. Legal and Ethical Compliance
· We comply with New Jersey privacy laws, including the protection of health information.
· We follow NASW standards, which emphasize the confidentiality and ethical handling of client data.
· Information may be disclosed only under specific circumstances, such as legal subpoenas, threats to safety, or as required by law.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
· Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.
· Withdraw consent for data collection, except where legally required.
· File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services, such as GoDaddy, to host our website and manage secure transactions. These services adhere to their own privacy and security standards.
7. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and collect analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
8. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to reflect changes in legal standards, NASW guidelines, or hosting requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
·Antoniette@TheVisitingCounselorLLC.Com
· 732-749-1969
This policy is effective as of 01/01/2026. Thank you for trusting The Visiting Counselor LLC with your privacy.