Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 2026
At Cornerstone Psychiatry, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our website and does not replace our Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how your protected health information is handled under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Request an appointment
- Complete a contact form
- Call or email our office
- Subscribe to updates (if offered)
Information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- General inquiry information
Please avoid submitting sensitive medical information through website contact forms unless specifically instructed to do so.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of your visit
- Referral source
This information helps us improve website performance, security, and user experience.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze website traffic
- Measure marketing effectiveness
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Schedule appointments
- Improve our website
- Monitor website performance
- Communicate with patients when requested
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party providers to help operate our practice and website.
These may include:
- Headway for insurance verification and billing
- SimplePractice for appointment scheduling and patient communications
- Google Analytics
- Google Tag Manager
- Google Maps
- Website hosting providers
- Payment processors
Each provider maintains its own privacy practices and security measures.
Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you become a patient, your medical records and Protected Health Information (PHI) are governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, not solely by this website Privacy Policy.
Please refer to our HIPAA Notice for more information regarding your healthcare privacy rights.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information collected through our website.
While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, we strive to maintain industry-standard security practices.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for adults seeking psychiatric care.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 through this website.
If we learn that information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will promptly delete it.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Your Privacy Choices
You may contact us at any time to:
- Request updates to your contact information
- Ask questions about our privacy practices
- Request deletion of information submitted through our website when legally permissible
Medical record requests should be submitted according to our patient records procedures.
California Privacy Rights
If applicable, California residents may have additional privacy rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable state laws.
Residents may request information regarding the personal information collected, used, or disclosed by our practice as permitted by law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal requirements.
The revised version will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us.
Cornerstone Psychiatry
Serving adults throughout Florida and Georgia via secure telepsychiatry.