Website Privacy Policy
Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how our website collects, uses, and protects information from visitors. This policy applies only to information collected through this website and does not cover clinical services, therapy records, HIPAA-protected information, or any information collected once you become a client.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
We may collect two types of information when you visit the site:
a. Information You Provide
If you submit a contact form, newsletter signup, or request information, we may collect:
Your name
Email address
Phone number
Any message or details you voluntarily provide
b. Automatically Collected Information
Our website may collect basic browsing data such as:
IP address (general location, not precise address)
Browser type and device type
Pages visited
Date and time of visit
Referring website
This information helps us maintain, improve, and secure the website.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected on this website may be used to:
Respond to your inquiries
Provide information about services
Improve website performance and accessibility
Monitor site security and functionality
We do not sell or rent your information.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. These tools provide:
General traffic statistics
Page usage patterns
Browser/device compatibility information
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
We do not use cookies for advertising or marketing.
Third-Party Services
Our website may link to outside resources (e.g., crisis lines, directories, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
If we use third-party tools—such as an online scheduler, contact form plugin, or analytics provider—those services may collect or process limited information as part of their function. They operate under their own privacy policies.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to safeguard information collected through the website. However, no online platform can guarantee perfect security. Visitors are encouraged not to include sensitive, medical, or clinical details in website forms.
Ohio-Specific Notices
In accordance with Ohio data privacy expectations, we make the following available:
We only collect information necessary to operate this website and respond to inquiries.
We do not disclose website-collected information to third parties except as required by law or necessary for website operation (e.g., analytics tools).
You may request that we correct or delete information you have submitted through the website by contacting us directly.
Ohio law does not currently require specific website privacy language beyond these disclosures, but we strive to maintain transparent data practices.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the site.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For questions or to request information about website privacy, you may contact:
Email: norman@smallworkscounseling.com
Phone: 216-230-7725