Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters deeply to Therapy Birth to 7. Therapy Birth to 7 is committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining your trust.
Therapy Birth to 7 does not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with any third parties. Any information you provide is used solely for the purpose of providing services, communicating with you, and meeting legal or ethical obligations.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Elmira Ferris at Therapy Birth to 7 complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Protected Health Information (PHI) is safeguarded in accordance with federal privacy and security regulations. Information is disclosed only as required by law or with your written authorization.
While confidentiality is a cornerstone of therapy, there are limited situations in which information may be disclosed without your consent. These include if there is reasonable suspicion of abuse or neglect of a child, elderly person, dependent adult, or person with a disability; if a client poses a serious and imminent risk of harm to themselves or others (including the duty to warn or protect potential victims); or as otherwise permitted or required by law, such as in response to a valid court order or subpoena.
What This Means for You
Your and your family’s information is kept private and protected.
I will talk with you about confidentiality and its limits at the start of services so there are no surprises.
If a safety concern arises, my first priority is protecting your child and others involved.
Whenever appropriate and safe, I will make every effort to discuss concerns with you before taking further steps.
Any required disclosures are limited to only what is necessary under the law.
If you have any questions about how your information is protected, please feel free to contact me directly.