Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 29, 2026
Introduction:
Welcome to Heard Psychotherapy. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit heardpsychotherapy.com or inquire about our services, which include individual therapy, psychological assessments, teletherapy, and consulting.
Information We Collect
When you submit a contact or inquiry form on our website, we may collect the following information:
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Your name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Birthday
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Name of insurance provider
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General reason for reaching out
We do not collect payment information, health records, or sensitive clinical information through our website. Any clinical information shared once you become a client is governed by a separate Notice of Privacy Practices provided to you at the start of services, in accordance with HIPAA.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected through our contact form is used solely to:
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Respond to your inquiry
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Provide information about our services
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Schedule consultations or appointments
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
HIPAA Compliance
As a mental health practice, Heard Psychotherapy is committed to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any protected health information (PHI) shared in the context of clinical services is handled in strict accordance with HIPAA regulations and applicable state laws. Our website forms are also HIPAA-compliant and can be used to share basic information with our providers.
Teletherapy Services
If you engage in teletherapy services through Heard Psychotherapy, please be aware that we use HIPAA-compliant platforms to conduct all virtual sessions. While we take every precaution to protect your privacy, the security of telehealth services may also depend on the security of your own internet connection and device.
State-Specific Privacy Rights
Heard Psychotherapy operates in both Indiana and Illinois. Clients in these states may have additional privacy rights under state law.
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Illinois residents may have rights under the Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act (MHDDCA), which provides strong protections for mental health records and information.
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Indiana residents are protected under Indiana's mental health confidentiality laws, which govern the disclosure of mental health records and communications.
We are committed to honoring your rights under both federal and applicable state laws.
Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website, heardpsychotherapy.com, may use basic cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our site. This information is aggregated and does not identify you personally. You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies at any time.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
Data Security
Heard Psychotherapy takes reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect the information submitted through our website. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us using any of the following:
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Website: heardpsychotherapy.com
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Phone: 219-202-8747