Effective Date: 05/18/2025

Blended Paths Counseling PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide when visiting our website, BlendedPathsCounseling.com, and when engaging with our services.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information
When you contact us via our website, email, or online forms, we may collect personal information such as:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Any additional information voluntarily provided

b. Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you become a client, we may collect health-related information protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), including:

Medical history

Mental health treatment notes

Insurance details

Appointment and billing records

c. Website Usage Data
We may collect non-identifying technical data such as:

IP address

Browser type

Pages visited

Time spent on the website
This helps us improve the functionality and user experience of our website.

2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected to:

Respond to inquiries and appointment requests

Provide counseling and consulting services

Communicate important updates or changes

Process payments and insurance claims

Improve website functionality and service delivery

3. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal or health information. We may disclose information:

With your written consent

To comply with legal obligations or court orders

To prevent harm or address emergencies

To business associates who support our services, under HIPAA-compliant agreements

4. HIPAA Compliance
Blended Paths Counseling PLLC complies with all applicable HIPAA regulations to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your Protected Health Information. For more information, please refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to all clients at the start of services.

5. Data Security
We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, please be aware that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you not to submit sensitive health information through unsecured contact forms or email.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site usage. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some features may not function properly.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy, or security practices of these external websites.

8. Your Rights
If you are a client, you have rights under HIPAA including:

The right to access and amend your PHI

The right to request restrictions on disclosures

The right to receive confidential communications

The right to file a complaint without fear of retaliation

To exercise these rights, please contact us directly.

9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children without parental consent.

10. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact:

Blended Paths Counseling PLLC
Phone: 252-269-9841 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.blendedpathscounseling.com