Last Updated: 10/2/2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Andrea Morinoue Therapy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal information through our website, www.andreamorinouetherapy.com (the “Site”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), and relevant federal and state health privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

Name, email address, and phone number (e.g., through contact forms or appointment requests)
Any personal details you share in messages or forms
If applicable, limited health-related information shared to schedule or inquire about therapy services

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

Your IP address and browser type
Pages visited, time spent, and referring websites
Cookies or similar technologies (used to improve the website experience)

We do not use these technologies to identify you personally.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Respond to inquiries and provide requested information or services
Schedule or manage appointments
Improve the website’s functionality and user experience
Comply with legal and ethical requirements

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

3. Confidentiality and HIPAA

If you become a client, your protected health information (PHI) will be handled in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any PHI shared through therapy sessions, client portals, or electronic communications is kept confidential and used only for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations as allowed by law.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

With service providers (e.g., website hosting, email systems) who are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality
As required by law (e.g., to comply with court orders, prevent harm, or report abuse as required by California law)
With your explicit consent

We do not share PHI through this website except as authorized or required by law.

5. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)

Under the CCPA, California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected and how it is used
Request deletion of their personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Opt out of the sale or disclosure of personal data (we do not sell data)
Receive equal service and pricing, even if privacy rights are exercised

To make a request, please contact us at [admin@andreamorinouetherapy.com]. We may verify your identity before processing your request.

6. Cookies and Analytics

This Site may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand website traffic and improve services. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the Site may not function properly.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted online.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us immediately to request its deletion.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted here with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact:

Andrea Morinoue Therapy
andrea@andreamorinouetherapy.com