{"id":3,"date":"2025-09-01T21:10:39","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T21:10:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addictioncounselingbyjackie.com\/?page_id=3"},"modified":"2025-09-03T01:52:39","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T01:52:39","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/addictioncounselingbyjackie.com\/index.php\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> September 2, 2025<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>At <em>Addiction Counseling by Jackie<\/em>, your trust means everything. We know that reaching out for help is a big step, and we want you to feel safe and respected every time you connect with us. This Privacy Policy explains, in simple terms, how we handle your information and protect your privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Information You Share With Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you reach out, you may choose to share things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basic details<\/strong> (your name, email, or phone number).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What you\u2019re looking for<\/strong> (questions about services, scheduling, or support).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health or personal information<\/strong> (only if you decide to share it).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Website information<\/strong> (like your IP address or which pages you visit, collected automatically to help us keep the site secure and useful).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You are always in control of how much you choose to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How We Use Your Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We only use your information to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Respond to your questions and set up appointments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide the counseling support you\u2019re looking for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep our website working smoothly and safely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet professional and legal requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We never sell or trade your information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Confidentiality &amp; Your Privacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything you share with Jackie in counseling is kept confidential. Your privacy is protected by professional ethics and, when applicable, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are only a few rare situations where information may need to be shared by law, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If there is an immediate risk of harm to you or someone else.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If abuse or neglect must be reported.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a court requires disclosure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, your information stays private, always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Cookies &amp; Website Use<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most websites, ours may use cookies to understand how people use the site and to make it easier to navigate. You can adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies if you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Keeping Your Information Safe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We use secure systems and practices to protect your information. While no method is 100% perfect, we work hard to keep your data safe and private.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Links to Other Websites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes our site may link to outside resources. Please know that once you leave our site, we can\u2019t control how other websites handle your information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Your Choices &amp; Rights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You always have the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask what information we have about you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request changes or corrections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask us to delete information if it\u2019s no longer needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Just reach out \u2014 we\u2019ll be happy to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. For Parents &amp; Teens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our services are meant for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you\u2019re a parent and believe your child has shared information, let us know so we can remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Updates to This Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From time to time, we may update this Privacy Policy to make sure it stays clear and accurate. The most current version will always be here on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Reach Out Anytime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have questions or worries about privacy, please contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Addiction Counseling by Jackie<\/strong><br>Email: jackie@addictioncounselingbyjackie.com<br>Phone: (423) 599-2597<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You deserve to feel safe and supported. We are here for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effective Date: September 2, 2025 At Addiction Counseling by Jackie, your trust means everything. We know that reaching out for help is a big step, and we want you to feel safe and respected every time you connect with us. 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