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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/1/2025
Last Updated: 11/1/2025

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Greenpoint Mental Health (“Practice,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health-related information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state and federal privacy laws.

2. Definitions

  • Practice: Refers to Greenpoint Mental Health, operated by Joanna Kabat-Rey, LMHC, LCAT, CASAC, ICADC.
  • Website: Refers to our official website at https://greenpointmentalhealth.com/.
  • Personal Data: Any information that identifies, relates to, or can be used to identify an individual.
  • Protected Health Information (PHI): Any health-related information that can identify you, collected or maintained in connection with psychotherapy or clinical services.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device that collect information about your website interactions.
  • GDPR: The General Data Protection Regulation applicable to users in the European Economic Area (EEA).
  • CCPA: The California Consumer Privacy Act, providing privacy rights to California residents.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal Data: Name, email, phone number, and inquiry details submitted via our contact form at https://greenpointmentalhealth.com/contact/.
  • Protected Health Information (PHI): Health information disclosed during clinical communications or therapy sessions.
  • Website Usage Data: Automatically collected data such as browser type, device information, and interaction with our website (via cookies and analytics tools).

Consent statement on the form:
“I consent to Greenpoint Mental Health storing my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.”

4. Use of Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Respond to inquiries and schedule consultations.
  • Provide and improve clinical services.
  • Maintain HIPAA-compliant patient records.
  • Improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Comply with legal and ethical requirements.

5. HIPAA Compliance

We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI).
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:

  • Access your health records.
  • Request corrections to your PHI.
  • Request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed.
  • Receive a list of disclosures of your PHI.
  • Request confidential communications.

We will never share your PHI for marketing or non-treatment purposes without your explicit written consent.

6. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to better understand how users interact with our website. This tool collects anonymized data via cookies.

For more details on Google’s data usage, visit:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
To opt out of Google Analytics, visit:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

7. GDPR Compliance (EEA Users)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
  • Correct inaccuracies.
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restrict or object to processing.
  • Data portability.

8. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what categories of Personal Data are collected.
  • Request deletion of Personal Data.
  • Opt out of data sale (we do not sell personal data).

9. Information Sharing & Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell or trade your data. We may disclose information only:

  • To service providers assisting in website operation or email management.
  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
  • As permitted or required under HIPAA (e.g., in cases of imminent harm or abuse reporting).

10. Your Right to Delete or Amend Data

You may request deletion or amendment of your personal or health data by contacting [email protected] or calling 718-957-2971. Requests for PHI will be processed in accordance with HIPAA.

11. Data Security

We employ physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors without parental consent.

13. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain external links. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and recommend reviewing each site’s privacy policy.

14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of New York and applicable federal laws, including HIPAA.

15. Contact Information

For privacy-related concerns, please contact:

Greenpoint Mental Health
Attn: Joanna Kabat-Rey, LMHC, LCAT, CASAC, ICADC
861 Manhattan Ave, #2
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Tel: 718-957-2971
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://greenpointmentalhealth.com/