Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

Privacy Policy

1. Information we collect

LifeSpring Counseling Center does not collect personal information directly from users through forms or other interactive features. However, we use cookies and Google Analytics to gather non-personal data, such as:

  • Browser type and version
  • IP address
  • User behavior on the Site (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the Site)

This information is used to ensure the Site displays correctly and to improve the overall user experience.

2. Third-Party Services

We may share data with third-party services for specific purposes:

  • Google Analytics: To track and analyze website traffic and performance.
  • GoDaddy (Hosting Provider): For secure hosting and functionality of the Site.
  • WordPress: For website content management.

These third-party services may collect data in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

3. Cookies

Our Site uses cookies to:

  • Ensure proper display and functionality of the website.
  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns via Google Analytics.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect the functionality of the Site.

4. Security

We use SSL encryption (via Let’s Encrypt) to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers. While we take reasonable precautions to secure your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure.

5. HIPAA Compliance

While this Site is informational and does not collect health-related data directly, we adhere to applicable standards regarding the confidentiality and privacy of any sensitive information that may be indirectly shared through communications with our counselors.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to external resources, including:

  • Google Maps for location.
  • External community counseling tools.
  • Websites for individual counselors’ practices.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is open to all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via phone or email, as provided on our Contact page.

Terms of Use

1. Informational Purpose

This Site is for informational purposes only. It does not provide medical or therapeutic advice and is not a substitute for professional counseling. If you are experiencing an emergency, please contact emergency services immediately.

2. Intellectual Property

All content, including text, logos, images, and graphics, is the intellectual property of LifeSpring Counseling Center unless otherwise noted. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify content without prior written permission.

3. User Conduct

By using this Site, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site for unlawful purposes.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its servers.
  • Disrupt or interfere with the functionality of the Site.
4. Third-Party Links

Links to external websites are provided for convenience and informational purposes. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of these third-party resources and are not responsible for their content.

5. Limitation of Liability

LifeSpring Counseling Center is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Site, including reliance on any information provided.

6. Emergency Disclaimer

This Site is not intended for emergency use. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or your local emergency services.

7. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these changes.

8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the state of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Thank you for visiting LifeSpring Counseling Center. Your privacy and trust are important to us.