Privacy Policy
This policy describes how Valley Wellness and Counseling, LLC handles information submitted through our public website. It does not govern clinical records, which are managed separately under HIPAA.
Last updated: June 2026
Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to the public website of Valley Wellness and Counseling, LLC and describes how we handle information submitted through our contact form. It does not apply to protected health information (PHI) or clinical records, which are handled separately under HIPAA through our secure patient portal.
Information We Collect
When you submit the contact form on this website, we collect only what you voluntarily provide:
- check_circle Full name
- check_circle Email address
- check_circle Phone number
- check_circle Your message or description of your concerns
We do not use analytics software, tracking cookies, or any other passive data collection tools on this website.
How We Use Your Information
Information submitted through the contact form is used solely to respond to your consultation inquiry. We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Important: The Contact Form Is Not HIPAA-Secure
The website contact form is not a HIPAA-compliant communication channel. Please do not include sensitive medical, clinical, or mental health information in your message. Once you become a client, all clinical communication occurs through our secure patient portal.
Third-Party Services
This website uses the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:
SmartForms
Processes contact form submissions on our behalf.
Google reCAPTCHA
Used on the contact form to prevent spam. Google may collect hardware and software information for analysis. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
ClientSecure
Our patient portal for scheduling and clinical communication. This is a separate HIPAA-compliant service with its own terms and privacy policy.
External Links
This website links to external sites including Instagram and Psychology Today. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.
Minors
Valley Wellness and Counseling provides services to adults and adolescents. If you are under 16, please have a parent or guardian submit the contact form on your behalf.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of this website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About This Policy?
If you have any questions about how we handle your information, we are happy to help.