This Privacy Policy Agreement explains how PrivatePayTherapy.com collects, uses, protects, and shares information when individuals use our website. By accessing the site, submitting any information, or signing below, you acknowledge that you understand and consent to the practices described here. PrivatePayTherapy.com is an online directory designed to help individuals discover licensed mental health professionals who offer private-pay services. We are not a healthcare provider and do not request, store, or process protected health information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA. The website exists solely as a resource to connect people with publicly listed therapist information and, when requested, to share limited non-clinical details with therapists for introduction purposes.

When users visit the website, we may collect basic technical details such as IP address, browser type, device information, activity patterns, or anonymous usage statistics. This information is used only to help maintain the functionality, security, and performance of the site. When users choose to contact us or submit a request to be connected with a therapist, we may collect their name, email address, and any general non-clinical preferences they choose to share, such as the type of therapist they are seeking, their availability, or general concerns stated in non-diagnostic language. Users are asked not to include clinical histories, diagnoses, emergency needs, or sensitive health information in any submissions. Any therapist who creates or requests a listing on the site may provide professional details such as their name, license type, practice information, biography, fees, contact information, and specialties. All professional information included in a listing is supplied by therapists themselves, and they are solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance.

PrivatePayTherapy.com uses collected information exclusively to operate the directory, respond to inquiries, connect users with therapists if they explicitly request it, verify therapist identity or professional information when necessary, and improve the website experience. We do not sell, rent, or distribute personal information for advertising or marketing purposes. If a user asks to be connected with a therapist, we may share only the specific non-clinical details they voluntarily provided with one or more therapists so they may reach out to the user. We may share limited information with trusted service providers who help us maintain the website, but they are not permitted to use information for any purpose beyond supporting the operation of the platform. We may disclose information when legally required to comply with court orders, laws, or governmental requests.

We take commercially reasonable steps to secure information submitted through the website. However, because no method of electronic transmission or storage is fully secure, we cannot guarantee absolute protection, and users agree that they submit information at their own risk. Users may request at any time that we delete, correct, or provide a summary of the information we hold about them. Requests can be emailed to support@privatepaytherapy.com, and we will respond within a reasonable timeframe. PrivatePayTherapy.com is intended only for adults aged 18 and older, and we do not knowingly collect information from minors. We reserve the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy Agreement at any time, and any changes will be effective upon posting to the website.

By accessing the site or signing below, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy Agreement.