Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At our Manhattan psychology practice, we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and applicable state and federal laws.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information necessary to provide you with quality psychological services, including:

• Name, date of birth, and contact information
• Insurance information and payment details
• Emergency contact information
• Medical history and current health status
• Psychological assessment and treatment records
• Session notes and treatment plans

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information including IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns to improve our online services.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information exclusively for:

• Providing psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
• Coordinating care with other healthcare providers (with your authorization)
• Processing insurance claims and payment
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
• Improving our services and patient experience
• Communicating appointment reminders and important updates

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We maintain strict confidentiality standards and will not share your information except:

• With Your Written Authorization: We will only share information with third parties when you provide explicit written consent
• For Treatment Purposes: When coordinating care with other healthcare providers involved in your treatment
• For Payment: With insurance companies and payment processors to facilitate billing
• As Required by Law: When mandated by court order, subpoena, or legal obligation
• To Prevent Harm: When necessary to prevent serious threat to health or safety
• For Public Health: As required for disease reporting or public health activities

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted electronic health records systems
• Secure, password-protected databases
• Limited staff access on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security audits and updates
• Secure communication channels for sensitive information
• Physical security measures at our Manhattan office

Your Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal health information:

• Access: Request copies of your medical records
• Amendment: Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Accounting: Receive a list of certain disclosures we have made
• Restriction: Request limitations on how we use or disclose your information
• Confidential Communication: Request communication through specific means or locations
• Revocation: Revoke previously granted authorizations in writing

Data Retention

We retain your health information for a minimum of seven years from the date of your last appointment, or longer if required by law or ongoing treatment needs. Records for minors are retained until they reach the age of majority plus the statutory retention period.

Website and Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to ensure proper functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or share your browsing data with third-party advertisers. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may limit website functionality.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through our website and, when appropriate, via direct communication. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.

Contact Us

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