Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 1, 2025

At Heather Behan Psychiatry, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, https://www.hbpsychiatry.org.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, contact details, date of birth, and other data you voluntarily provide via forms or scheduling tools.
Health Information: If you submit forms related to mental health care, this may include Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected via cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Schedule and manage appointments.
Respond to inquiries and provide support.
Deliver services in accordance with healthcare standards.
Improve the functionality and user experience of the website.
Send important updates about policies or services (only if you consent).

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

Secure form submissions (e.g., via HIPAA-compliant tools).
Encrypted scheduling and payment systems.
Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your information. We only share your data when:

Required by law or legal process.
Necessary to deliver services through HIPAA-compliant platforms (e.g., Acuity, Square, Practice Fusion).
You explicitly consent to the sharing of information.

5. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies or third-party analytics to enhance your experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party services (e.g., payment processing, scheduling, or telehealth platforms). Please review their privacy policies, as we are not responsible for their practices.

7. Your Rights

As a patient or site user, you have the right to:

Access and correct your information.
Request restrictions on certain uses.
File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Heather Behan Psychiatry

Email: support@hbpsychiatry.org

Website: https://www.hbpsychiatry.org

Phone: (631) 236-6476