Privacy Policy

🔒 Privacy Policy
Play Thyme Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, PLLC is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you engage with our services or visit our website.

📋 Information Collection and Use
We collect personal and health information that you voluntarily provide for purposes such as scheduling appointments, responding to inquiries, or subscribing to communications. This may include:

Name, email address, phone number
Health-related information necessary for therapeutic care
Payment and billing details (if applicable)
This information is used solely to deliver personalized speech-language pathology services, manage administrative tasks, and enhance client experience. We do not collect more information than necessary, and we never sell your data.

🔐 Data Security
Protecting your data is a top priority. We implement industry-standard safeguards including:

Encryption protocols for data transmission
Secure server environments for data storage
Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
All staff and contractors are trained in HIPAA compliance and are required to maintain the confidentiality of protected health information (PHI).

🍪 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site usage. These tools do not collect PHI. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

🤝 Third-Party Services
We may engage third-party vendors for services such as:

Payment processing
Website hosting
Telehealth platforms
These providers are contractually obligated to comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations. They may only use your information for the specific services they provide on our behalf.

🔄 Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

📞 Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Play Thyme Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, PLLC at [email protected].

We are committed to transparency, trust, and the highest standards of privacy in every aspect of our care.