Privacy Policy

I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting any personal information you choose to share when visiting this website.

This policy explains what information may be collected, how it is used, and your rights—especially if you are a California resident.

Information I Collect

Information You Choose to Share

If you reach out through this site, I may collect:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Any information you include in your message

I only receive this information when you choose to provide it.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, certain non-identifying information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

This helps me understand how the site is used and how it can be improved.

How I Use Information

I use information in a limited and thoughtful way, including to:

  • Respond to messages or inquiries

  • Maintain and improve the website

  • Understand general patterns of use

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

A Note on Confidentiality

This website is for informational purposes only.

  • Reaching out through this site does not create a therapeutic relationship.

  • Communication through forms or email is not fully secure and should not be used to share sensitive or confidential information.

If we are working together, I will guide you toward more appropriate and secure methods of communication.

Cookies and Analytics

This site may use basic cookies or third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how visitors use the site.

These tools collect general, anonymized information and do not personally identify you.

You can adjust your browser settings if you prefer not to accept cookies.

Third-Party Links

At times, I may link to other websites. I am not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Data Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your information. That said, no method of transmitting information online is completely secure.

Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information.

Your Rights Include:

  • The right to know what personal information I collect and how it is used

  • The right to request deletion of personal information you have provided

  • The right to correct inaccurate personal information

  • The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

    • (I do not sell or share personal information.)

  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

You may contact me at any time to:

  • Request access to your information

  • Request deletion or correction

Email: [Insert Contact Email]

I may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

Retention of Information

I retain personal information only for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or fulfill the purpose for which it was provided, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated occasionally. Any updates will be reflected here with a revised effective date.

Contact

If you have questions about this policy or your rights, you can contact me at:

sandracohenphd@gmail.com