PRIVACY POLICY
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 2025
At Gulf Coast Counseling Center, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or communicate with our team.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
Fill out a contact form or join our waitlist
Subscribe to email updates
Request an appointment or consultation
Communicate with our staff via email, phone, or our website
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any details you choose to share regarding your reason for contact.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to your inquiries and appointment requests
Provide information about our services
Manage scheduling and communication with clients
Improve the functionality and user experience of our website
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Use of Email and Communication
If you contact us via email or our online forms, we use your information solely to respond to your request.
By submitting your contact information, you consent to being contacted by Gulf Coast Counseling Center through the methods you provide (e.g., email or phone).
Confidentiality and HIPAA
While our website is secure, please avoid sharing detailed personal or clinical information through online forms or email. Once you become a client, all health information shared in therapy sessions is protected under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) standards of confidentiality.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve user experience. These tools collect anonymous data such as page visits, browser type, and time spent on pages.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites (e.g., referral partners, therapy directories, or scheduling tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Ask for corrections or deletion of your personal information
Withdraw consent for communication at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Gulf Coast Counseling Center
(239) 580-6281
