Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2025-07-01
This Privacy Policy describes how Azizeh E. Rezayian, doing business as Silicon Valley Marriage Counseling and Azizeh Rezaiyan Couples Therapy (“we,” “our,” or “the Practice”), collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, book an appointment, or communicate with us.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and relevant health privacy regulations.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Name, email address, phone number (via contact forms or newsletter signup)
- Appointment information (dates, times, service requested)
- Responses to intake forms and consent documents (collected for therapy purposes)
- Payment information (handled via third-party booking/payment platforms)
- Communication records (emails, contact form submissions)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- IP address, browser type, device ID
- Website usage and activity (via Google Analytics, Facebook/Instagram Ads)
- Interaction with ads and email campaigns
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and schedule appointments
- To provide therapy and related services
- To send newsletters and updates if you opt in
- To improve website performance and measure traffic
- To deliver relevant ads on Google, Facebook, and Instagram
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Disclosure of Information
We only share your data in the following circumstances:
- With secure third-party services (e.g., booking platform, payment processor, email marketing tool) necessary for providing services
- With your explicit consent (e.g., coordination with other health professionals)
- When legally required (e.g., court order, duty to report abuse or imminent harm)
4. Intake Forms & Therapy Records
All intake forms, consent documents, and session records are:
- Stored securely in HIPAA-compliant platforms
- Accessible only to the licensed therapist
- Retained according to professional regulatory requirements
We maintain the confidentiality of all client records except where disclosure is required by law.
5. Email & Communication Preferences
If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us:
- You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email.
- We do not send promotional emails unless you’ve opted in.
- We do not share email lists with other providers or businesses.
6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we have collected about you
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to exceptions for legal and clinical retention)
- Request information about how your data is used and shared
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
To make a CCPA request, email us at [Insert Contact Email] with the subject line: “CCPA Request.”
We will verify your identity before responding to any request.
7. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and tracking technologies (see our [Cookie Policy]) to:
- Understand website usage
- Improve user experience
- Deliver relevant ads on social platforms
You may manage cookies through your browser settings or opt out of personalized ads through Google’s Ad Settings and the Digital Advertising Alliance.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse, including:
- Secure storage systems
- Encrypted data transmission
- Limited access to client records
Despite our efforts, no system can guarantee 100% security.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors without parental consent.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., booking systems, payment portals). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these websites.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the updated date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact us at:
Azizeh E. Rezayian
📞 Call us at (650) 206-9973