Empowering Change with Peaceful Passage Psychotherapy

Name: Sarah Simpson LCSW 22250 

Email: admin@embodiedalignmenttherapy.com

Phone number: (928) 275-4066

Effective Date: 10/1/2024

This section includes important information regarding your use of the Embodied Alignment Therapy website (“Site”), your privacy, and how we protect client information.

By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the following terms:

Purpose:

The Site provides general information about Embodied Alignment Therapy, services, and resources. This information is educational only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

No Therapeutic Relationship:

Use of this Site, including email or contact forms, does not create a therapist–client relationship. A therapeutic relationship begins only after an initial consultation, completed intake paperwork, and mutual agreement to start services.

Furnishings, Fees, & Appointments:

Service fees, scheduling, and cancellation policies are outlined in our Client Agreement. The Site does not guarantee availability or cost of services.

Intellectual Property:

All content (text, images, logos) is owned by Embodied Alignment Therapy and may not be copied or distributed without written permission.

External Links:

The Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or accuracy.

Limitation of Liability:

By using the Site, you agree that Embodied Alignment Therapy is not liable for any damages arising from use of this Site or its content.

Updates:

These Terms may be updated periodically. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact:

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Information We Collect:

• Personal: Name, email, phone, and information voluntarily submitted via contact forms.
• Non-Personal: Browser type, IP address, pages visited, and general location.

How We Use Information:

• Respond to inquiries
• Schedule or confirm appointments
• Provide general information about services
• Improve website experience
• Comply with legal or ethical obligations

Communication:

Email or contact forms are not encrypted. For secure communication, clients will use HIPAA-compliant channels once therapy begins.

Cookies & Analytics:

Anonymous usage data may be collected for site improvements. Cookies can be disabled in your browser settings.

Third-Party Links:

We are not responsible for external websites’ privacy practices.

Data Storage & Retention:

Information is stored securely and retained only as necessary or required by law.

Your Rights:

You may request review, correction, or deletion of your personal information. Contact us for privacy requests.

Children’s Privacy:

The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Updates:

This policy may be updated periodically; continued use signifies acceptance.

Embodied Alignment Therapy is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

HIPAA-Compliant Practices Include:

• Secure storage of client records
• HIPAA-compliant scheduling and appointment systems
• Secure communication (video, email, and forms)

Client health information is never shared without written consent, except as required by law or ethical obligations (e.g., reporting imminent harm or abuse).

I am often not immediately available by telephone. I do not answer my phone when I am with clients or otherwise unavailable. At these times, you may leave a message on my confidential voicemail and I will return your call once I’ve reviewed your chart, but it may take a day or two for non-urgent matters. I will make every attempt to inform you in advance of planned absences, and provide you with the name and phone number of the mental health professional covering my practice. If I need to cancel an appointment at the last-minute, I will reach out as soon as possible and reschedule, or have a member of my staff connect with you.

Appointments are scheduled in advance, at a cadence we agree on, based on your goals, treatment needs, and our mutual availability. 

You may cancel appointments in advance without charge, as long as I receive notice far enough in advance. For appointment no-shows or last-minute cancellations, you may be charged a fee. Please reach out to me directly for my latest policy on the cancellation cutoff period and fees.

Providers check for voice mail messages during normal business hours. Messages left outside of normal hours of operation will be picked up the next business day. If you are experiencing suicidal or homicidal thoughts, are in crisis, or need immediate help, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Discharge Process

There are several reasons why we may eventually end our professional relationship. You may decide you would prefer to work with a different provider. I may reach the conclusion you would be better served working with someone else. Regardless of the case, I will first discuss with you the reasons for discharging, and if you request, provide you with a list of other qualified providers. I will also extend the discharge process length if necessary based on your treatment needs, including continuing to provide emergency support for a time-limited period after you have been notified of the end of our treatment relationship.

Please note that ongoing failure to pay for treatment, attend sessions, or communicate with me in a respectful and timely manner can also result in discharge from my practice. I will make every reasonable effort to get in touch with you and provide referrals to a new provider before I consider our relationship ended.