Privacy & HIPAA Notice
Effective: September 2025
1. Your Health Information
When you become a client, we collect information about your health to provide care. This includes your
therapy notes, progress, and contact info.
- We keep it private. Your information is confidential and only shared when legally required (like court orders or mandatory reporting).
- You have rights. You can access your records, request updates, and set limits on how your information is used.
2. Website & Contact Info
When you share your name, email, or other information through our website forms:
- We use it to respond to your questions, send requested resources, or provide updates.
- We may collect anonymous technical data, such as pages visited, to improve website performance.
- Cookies and analytics tools may track general usage. You may opt out through your browser settings.
Important: Please do not include sensitive health information in website forms or email communications. These are not secure channels for protected health information (PHI).
3. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure.
For therapy-related communication, please use the secure SimplePractice client portal.
4. Third-Party Links & Resources
Our website may include links to trusted resources or contain affiliate links. We do not control third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
5. Contact Us
If you have questions about privacy, your rights, or HIPAA compliance, please contact us:
Email: hello@oakandvinecounseling.com
Phone: (404) 436-0718
Mail: 5587 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230, Atlanta, GA 30328
6. Disclaimer
The content on this website is provided for educational and supportive purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional counseling, and use of this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship.