HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA Compliance)

This Notice describes how medical and mental health information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI) as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

How We May Use and Disclose PHI

We may use and disclose your PHI for the following purposes:

• Treatment: Providing, coordinating, or managing mental health care

• Payment: Billing and payment operations

• Healthcare Operations: Quality improvement, training, and administrative activities

• As Required by Law: When legally obligated to do so

All other uses require your written authorization.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your health records

• Request corrections to your records

• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

• Request confidential communications

• Receive a copy of this Notice

Website Communications Disclaimer

Please note: Information submitted through this website or via email is not a substitute for secure, HIPAA-compliant communication. Do not submit sensitive clinical information through website forms.

Safeguards

We use reasonable safeguards to protect your PHI, including limiting access to authorized individuals and using HIPAA-compliant systems where required.

Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to change this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this website.

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services without retaliation.

Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, contact:

Leanne Peterson LCC
Privacy Officer: Leanne Peterson
Email: leanne.m.peterson@gmail.com