Privacy Policy & Text Messaging for Merry Mindset
Effective Date: 01/11/2024
Merry Mindset Outpatient Psychiatry (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.merrymindset.com. Please read this policy carefully. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. Merrymindset.com is designed to comply with existing and proposed federal standards for the privacy and confidentiality of healthcare information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
1. Personal Identifiable Information (PII):
• Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and address (e.g., through contact forms or patient intake forms).
2. Health Information:
• Information related to mental health and medical history when provided voluntarily through intake forms or consultations.
3. Payment Information:
• If applicable, billing information for processing payments.
4. Automatically Collected Data:
• IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data via cookies or analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:
• To provide and manage mental health services.
• To communicate with you about appointments, updates, and other relevant information.
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations (e.g., HIPAA compliance).
• To analyze website usage to improve our services.
• To process payments securely.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
– Service Providers:
Third-party providers that help us operate our business, such as billing or scheduling software.
– Legal Compliance:
If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal processes.
– Health Oversight Agencies:
For compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.
4. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of our website may not function properly.
5. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. Despite our efforts, no transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
• The right to access, update, or delete your data.
• The right to opt out of certain data uses or sharing.
• The right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data rights have been violated.
7. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the updated “Effective Date” will reflect when changes were made.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Merry Mindset, PLLC
1301 E. Debbie Lane
STE 102, #2282
Mansfield, TX 76063
817-897-4041
10. Text Messaging from Merry Mindset, PLLC
By providing your phone number you consent to receive text messages from Merry Mindset PLLC aka Merry Mindset Outpatient Psychiatry regarding your inquiries, account updates, and other relevant information. Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply. For assistance, reply HELP or contact 817-897-4041. To stop receiving messages, reply STOP. No further messages will be sent. For details, refer to our Privacy Policy.