Disclaimer:
The information provided on our website is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information on our website. You should always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions about your mental health. We are not responsible for any damages arising from your use of our website or Services.
Privacy Policy:
This Privacy Policy describes how Center for Cognitive & Behavioral Health collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our website (www.cbt-health.com) or receive our services.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide you with the best possible service:
Personal Information: This includes information that can be used to identify you, such as your name, contact information (address, phone number, email address), date of birth, and insurance information.
Demographic Information: This may include information about your age, gender, and preferred language.
Billing Information: This includes information about your payment methods, such as credit card details (which are stored securely by our payment processor).
Appointment Information: This includes details about your scheduled appointments, such as date, time, and reason for visit.
Therapy Notes: This includes confidential information you share during therapy sessions.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
To provide and manage your therapy services: This includes scheduling appointments, processing payments, creating and maintaining your therapy records, and communicating with you about your care.
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements: This may include reporting suspected abuse or neglect, responding to court orders, and complying with health information privacy laws (like HIPAA).
To improve our services: We may use anonymized data to improve our website and therapy services.
Disclosure of Your Information
We will not disclose your personal information to any third party without your written consent, except in the following situations:
To healthcare providers involved in your care: This may include consulting with other therapists or psychiatrists, or sharing information with healthcare providers at a hospital if you are admitted.
In emergencies: If we believe you are a danger to yourself or others, we may disclose your information to prevent harm.
As required by law: We may disclose your information if compelled by a court order or subpoena.
De-identified Information: We may share anonymized data for research or quality improvement purposes.
Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access: You have the right to access your therapy records upon written request.
Amendment: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in your records.
Restriction: You can request to limit how we use your information.
Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent for us to use your information at any time.
Data Security
We take steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include:
Secure storage: We store your information on secure servers with industry-standard security measures.
Encryption: We use encryption to protect sensitive information, such as your Social Security number, if collected.
Administrative safeguards: We have policies and procedures in place to limit access to your information and ensure its proper use.
Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website.
Terms of Use:
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of our website (www.cbt-health.com) and the services we offer. By accessing or using our website or Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Use of Website and Services
You must be 18 years of age or older to use our website and Services.
You agree to use our website and Services for lawful purposes only.
You agree not to use our website or Services in a way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or networks.
You agree not to use our website or Services to collect or harvest personal information of others.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information.
Intellectual Property
The content of our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials ("Content") is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, publish, distribute, transmit, display, create derivative works from, or exploit the Content in any way without our prior written permission.
Termination
We may terminate your access to our website and Services for any reason, at any time, without notice.
Governing Law
These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Virginia and Massachusetts.
Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of our website and Services.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms or our Privacy Policy, please contact us at 561-465-4962 or info@cbt-health.com