Privacy Policy - John Davis Counseling

John Davis Counseling Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 3, 2026
John Davis Counseling (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the confidentiality of your personal information and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information provided by clients and visitors to our website.

John Davis Counseling
98 N.E. 5th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483
Phone: (561) 213-8030
Email: john@johndaviscounseling.com

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you provide to us, including:

Name, contact information, and demographic information
Appointment and scheduling details
Insurance and billing information, when applicable
Information related to your counseling services and treatment
Health information and personal information necessary to provide counseling services

If you contact us through our website, email, phone, or other communication methods, we may collect information needed to respond to your request.

Use of Your Information

We may use your information to:

Provide counseling and related services
Schedule and manage appointments
Communicate with you regarding services
Process payments or insurance claims, when applicable
Maintain required records
Improve our services and administrative operations
Comply with legal, ethical, and professional obligations

Confidentiality of Counseling Information

Information shared during counseling sessions is treated as confidential. We do not disclose client information except as permitted or required by law, including circumstances such as:

When disclosure is necessary to protect against a serious threat of harm to yourself or others
When required by law, such as certain legal or regulatory requirements
When reporting certain situations required by law, including suspected abuse or neglect
When you provide written authorization for disclosure
When disclosure is necessary for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, as permitted by applicable privacy laws

Health Information Privacy

If applicable, John Davis Counseling follows the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws regarding protected health information. Clients may receive a Notice of Privacy Practices describing their rights and how health information may be used and disclosed.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share information when necessary to provide services, comply with legal requirements, or with your written permission.

Website Privacy

Our website may collect limited information such as browser type, device information, and general usage data to help maintain website functionality and improve user experience.

We encourage visitors to avoid submitting confidential or sensitive health information through website forms or unsecured email unless specifically instructed to do so.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information and client records from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have rights regarding your personal information and health information, including the right to:

Request access to certain records
Request corrections to information
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
Request information about disclosures of your health information
Receive a copy of applicable privacy notices

Requests should be submitted in writing using the contact information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. Updated policies will be posted with a revised effective date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact: