Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 31, 2026
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At Sensing the Self ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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Information We Collect
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We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
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Name
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Information submitted through contact forms
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Appointment or consultation requests
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Payment information (processed through secure third-party providers)
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Any information you choose to provide when communicating with us
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We may also automatically collect certain information about your use of the website, including:
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited
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Date and time of access
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Website usage and interaction data
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies
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How We Collect Information
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Information may be collected when you:
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Complete a contact form
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Request a consultation or appointment
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Subscribe to communications or newsletters (if offered)
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Submit information through the website
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Interact with website features and services
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Certain information is also collected automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and website technologies.
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How We Use Your Information
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We may use collected information to:
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Respond to inquiries and requests
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Schedule consultations and appointments
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Provide information about services
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Process payments
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Improve website functionality and user experience
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Maintain website security
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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Communicate regarding services, policies, or administrative matters
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We do not sell your personal information.
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Website Hosting and Third-Party Services
This website is hosted through Wix.com. Information submitted through the website may be stored through Wix's data storage systems, databases, and applications. Wix maintains security measures designed to protect user information.
If payment processing is available through the website, payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers that comply with applicable payment security standards, including PCI-DSS requirements.
We may also use third-party services for scheduling, forms, analytics, email communications, or other website functions. These providers maintain their own privacy practices and policies.
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Cookies and Analytics
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This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze website traffic, enhance user experience, and support website performance.
Third-party services, including analytics providers, may place cookies or utilize tracking technologies. Information collected through these services is governed by their respective privacy policies.
Most web browsers allow users to control or disable cookies through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functions.
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Communications
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We may contact you by email, telephone, text message, or other communication methods regarding:
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Consultation requests
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Appointment scheduling
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Administrative matters
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Responses to inquiries
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Updates related to services
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You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting us.
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Confidentiality and Therapy Services
Submitting information through this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is established only after appropriate intake procedures, informed consent, and mutual agreement to begin services.
Please do not submit highly sensitive, confidential, or urgent clinical information through website contact forms or email.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911, contact emergency services, or go to your nearest emergency room.
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Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
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California Privacy Rights
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If you are a California resident, you may have rights regarding your personal information under applicable California privacy laws. Subject to legal limitations, you may request to:
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Know what personal information we collect
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Request access to your personal information
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of personal information
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Inquire about how your information is used
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To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
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Your Choices
You may request to access, update, correct, or delete personal information you have provided by contacting us directly. We will respond in accordance with applicable legal and ethical requirements.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to this website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision.
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Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, would like to access or update your information, or wish to request deletion of your personal information, please contact:
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Sensing the Self, LLC.
Christina Kaufman, LCSW
Email: christina@sensingtheself.com
Phone: 310-596-1776
