Privacy Policy
Last updated August 29, 2025
Sandstone Counseling, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through this website (the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you use this Site:
Personal Information you provide: such as your name, email address, or phone number if you contact us via a contact form, email, or phone call.
Non-Personal Information: such as browser type, device information, and general site usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
We do not request or store Protected Health Information (PHI) through this Site. Therapy-related information is only collected through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems (e.g., electronic health record portals).
2. How We Use Information
We use the information collected to:
Respond to inquiries or requests you submit.
Improve our website and user experience.
Maintain compliance with applicable laws.
We do not sell or rent your information to third parties.
3. HIPAA & Protected Health Information
If you become a client, your PHI is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). PHI is stored and communicated only through HIPAA-compliant systems, not through this Site. Please do not submit sensitive health information via unsecure forms or email.
4. Cookies & Analytics
This Site may use cookies or third-party analytics to track general usage patterns. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information collected through this Site. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Links to Other Websites
Our Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those sites.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request correction or deletion of personal information collected through this Site.
Limit or opt out of cookies and tracking.
For clients, additional rights under HIPAA apply, which will be detailed in our Notice of Privacy Practices provided at intake.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date above. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Sandstone Counseling, PLLC
867 Boylston Street, 5th Floor #1247, Boston MA 02116
jana@sandstone-counseling.com
(617) 863-9566