Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 01, 2025

At Therapy With A Dog, we respect the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who visit our website, www.therapywithadog.com, or use our services. We are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), the Colorado Mental Health Practice Act, and other applicable privacy laws.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personally Identifiable Information (PII): such as your name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide voluntarily through our contact forms or scheduling software.

  • Protected Health Information (PHI): any health-related information you submit via our HIPAA-compliant practice management system (e.g., SimplePractice).

  • Non-Identifiable Information: such as website usage data, browser type, device type, and pages visited, collected through cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

How We Collect Information

  • Through secure forms on HIPAA-compliant platforms (e.g., SimplePractice).

  • Through email or phone when you contact us directly.

  • Automatically via cookies and analytics when you visit our site.

How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested services.

  • Schedule and manage therapy sessions.

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.

  • Comply with legal and ethical obligations.

Sharing of Information

We will never sell your information. We may share data only:

  • With HIPAA-compliant third-party service providers (e.g., SimplePractice, secure telehealth platforms) necessary to deliver services.

  • When required by law, court order, or in cases of mandated reporting under Colorado law.

Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies or tracking technologies to monitor website performance and usage trends. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and HIPAA-compliant tools. Please note that email and standard contact forms are not always secure for transmitting PHI; avoid sending sensitive details through unsecured channels.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, amend, or request a copy of your health records.

  • Request restrictions on the use of your information.

  • Withdraw consent to process your information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

Contact

If you have questions about this policy, contact:
Therapy With A Dog
Email: gavyn@therapywithadog.com
Phone: (720) 466-3112