Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

Welcome to Patricia Harvey Therapy (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you use our services or visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you use this website, including but not limited to:

  • Contact Information: Your name, email address, and phone number when you fill out our contact form or request a consultation.
  • Health Information: Information relevant to the therapy services you are seeking (protected under HIPAA regulations where applicable).
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited, collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Schedule and provide therapy and counseling services.
  • Communicate with you regarding your inquiries, appointments, and treatment.
  • Improve the functionality and user experience of our website.
  • Comply with legal and professional obligations applicable to mental health professionals in California and Pennsylvania.

3. HIPAA and Confidentiality

As a licensed mental health professional, Patricia Harvey is committed to protecting the privacy of your health information. All communications and records regarding your treatment are maintained in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state laws regarding patient confidentiality.

Your protected health information (PHI) will not be disclosed without your explicit written consent, except where required by law (e.g., in cases of imminent danger to self or others, suspected child or elder abuse, or a court order).

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the internet or electronic storage method is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of any information you transmit to us online.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to help manage our practice, such as scheduling systems, telehealth platforms, or email services. These providers have their own privacy policies and are required to comply with applicable data protection and HIPAA regulations when handling your information.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal and health information we hold about you.
  • Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and professional record-keeping requirements.
  • Opt-out of receiving non-essential communications from us.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Patricia Harvey Therapy
24520 Hawthorne Blvd. Suite 118
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (626) 842-6906
Email: [email protected]