Data Privacy

Eucalyptus Grove Counseling

Effective Date: March 02, 2026

Eucalyptus Grove Counseling is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.

This policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Identifiers

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address (if provided)

Professional or Service-Related Information

  • Information submitted through intake forms, appointment requests, or contact forms

Internet or Electronic Activity

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

Sensitive Personal Information

If you become a client, we may collect sensitive personal information related to mental health and treatment as part of providing counseling services. This information is handled in accordance with professional confidentiality standards and applicable laws.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and schedule appointments

  • Provide counseling and related services

  • Maintain client records

  • Improve our website and services

  • Comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements

We do not sell personal information.

3. Confidentiality of Counseling Records

Information shared in counseling sessions is confidential and protected by professional ethics and applicable law.

Exceptions to confidentiality may occur when required by law, including:

  • Risk of serious harm to yourself or others

  • Suspected abuse or neglect where reporting is legally required

  • Court orders or other legal obligations

These limits to confidentiality are explained during the intake process.

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following situations:

  • With service providers (such as website hosting or scheduling platforms) who assist in operating our services

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To protect safety, rights, or property

All service providers are expected to safeguard personal information appropriately.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Maintain required professional records

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Retention periods may vary depending on professional licensing and legal requirements.

6. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

Right to Know
Request information about

  • Categories of personal information collected

  • Sources of information

  • Purpose of collection

  • Categories of third parties with whom information is shared

Right to Access
Request a copy of personal information we maintain about you.

Right to Correct
Request correction of inaccurate personal information.

Right to Delete
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal or professional recordkeeping requirements.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information
Sensitive personal information is used only for providing counseling services and not for marketing purposes.

Right to Non-Discrimination
You will not be treated differently for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site and to improve performance. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:

  • Secure record storage

  • Password-protected systems

  • Limited access to confidential files

No system can guarantee absolute security, but we take reasonable steps to protect your information.

9. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services such as:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Scheduling platforms

  • Email services

These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they handle personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

Eucalyptus Grove Counseling

EucalyptusGroveCounseling@gmail.com

Email:

707-514-0250

Phone: