This Privacy Policy describes how Acorn & Oak Services ("I," "me," or "my practice") collects, uses, and protects information gathered through this website. I am committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of any information you share with me.

This policy applies to this website which is hosted through Squarespace. By using this website, you agree to the practices described here.

Information We Collect

This website may collect two types of information: information you voluntarily provide, and information gathered automatically through standard web technology.

Information You Provide

• Your name, email address, and phone number when you submit a contact or inquiry form

• Any message content you choose to include in a contact form submission

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and general geographic location

• Browser type, device type, and operating system

• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies placed by Squarespace's platform

How Your Information Is Used

Any personal information submitted through this website is used solely for the purpose of direct care services. Specifically:

• To respond to your inquiry and communicate about potential or ongoing services

• To schedule or coordinate appointments

• For direct clinical care and related administrative tasks

Important: I do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing, advertising, or any purpose unrelated to your direct care. Your information is never disclosed outside of direct care needs.

Messages and inquiries submitted through this website are received at a HIPAA-compliant email address, ensuring your information is handled in accordance with federal health information privacy standards.

HIPAA & Confidentiality

As a licensed mental health professional, I am required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This means your protected health information (PHI) — including anything you share about your health, treatment, or reason for seeking services — is afforded additional legal protections.

• All electronic communications containing sensitive health information are handled through HIPAA-compliant systems

• Contact form submissions are directed to a secure, HIPAA-compliant email address

• Your health information will never be disclosed without your written authorization, except where required by law

• Once a therapeutic relationship is established, a formal Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) will be provided to you

Note: Standard email and contact forms are not fully encrypted. Please avoid including sensitive health details in your initial inquiry. Once we connect, I will direct you to secure communication channels for clinical matters.

Cookies & Analytics

This website is built on the Squarespace platform, which uses cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve the website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the site function properly and allow for basic analytics.

Cookies used on this site may include:

• Essential cookies — required for the website to function, including form submissions and basic navigation

• Analytics cookies — used by Squarespace to understand how visitors use the site (e.g., pages visited, time on site). This data is aggregated and anonymous

• Preference cookies — may remember your settings or previous visits to improve your experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality. For more information on how Squarespace uses cookies, please refer to Squarespace's Privacy Policy.

Third-Party Services

This website operates through Squarespace, a third-party website platform. Squarespace may collect certain technical data as part of normal website operations. I do not have access to or control over Squarespace's data collection practices beyond what is described in their own privacy policy.

• Squarespace — website hosting and platform services

• HIPAA-Compliant Email Provider — secure handling of contact form submissions and clinical communications

I do not use advertising networks, sell your data to data brokers, or integrate any third-party tools for marketing purposes.

Your Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

• Know what personal information has been collected about you

• Request deletion of your personal information

• Opt out of any data sharing (note: I do not share your data for commercial purposes)

• Access a copy of the information I hold about you

• Correct any inaccurate personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me directly using the information at the bottom of this page. As a healthcare provider, additional rights exist under HIPAA, which are outlined in the Notice of Privacy Practices provided at the start of services.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, a diagnosis, or a therapeutic relationship. Reading this website or submitting a contact form does not establish a provider-client relationship.

Mental Health Disclaimer: This website may describe mental health services and general wellness information. This content is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.

While I strive to keep information accurate and up to date, I make no warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of the information on this site. External links, if present, are provided for convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

Clinical Policies & Client Consent

In addition to this website privacy policy, my private practice operates under a separate set of clinical policies that govern the therapeutic relationship, confidentiality, fees, cancellations, and your rights as a client.

All new clients are required to review and sign the Client Consent and Practice Policy documents prior to beginning services. These documents are provided during the intake process.

Last updated: June 2026

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