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1. Introduction

Welcome to Bloom Therapy and Wellness (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, schedule therapy services, or interact with our online resources.

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2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Personal Information: Name, email, and phone number when you submit forms on our website.

• Health Information & Payment Details: Collected through our third-party portal, SimplePractice, which is HIPAA-compliant. We do not store this information directly on our website.

• Website Usage Data: Our site, built on Wix, may use cookies or analytics tools to track general user activity. Please refer to Wix’s privacy policy for details.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Schedule and provide in-person and telehealth therapy sessions.

• Communicate with you regarding appointments and services.

• Improve our website and user experience.

• We may use the personal information that we collect from you to send you our newsletter and other marketing materials. We may also use your personal information to respond to your inquiries or requests.

• We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

• Earn commissions from third-party affiliate links on our resources page.

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4. Third-Party Services

We partner with third-party providers, including:

• SimplePractice for scheduling, billing, and secure health information storage.

• Affiliate programs for links on our resource page. Clicking on these links may direct you to third-party websites that have their own privacy policies.

• We may disclose your personal information to third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing our newsletter. We may also disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to a subpoena or court order.

• Wix for website hosting, which may use cookies or tracking technology.

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5. HIPAA Compliance

As a mental health provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). However, our website itself does not store or process protected health information (PHI). All PHI is securely managed within SimplePractice.

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6. Children’s Privacy

While we provide therapy services to minors, our website is not directed toward children under 13. Parents or legal guardians must provide consent for services involving minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without obtaining parental consent.

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7. Your Privacy Rights

You may:

• Request access to or deletion of your personal data.

• Opt out of marketing communications.

• Adjust browser settings to manage cookies.

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8. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information that we collect from you against unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

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9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Please check back for changes.

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10. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:
📧 info@bloomtherapysc.com

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Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing Bloom Therapy and Wellness (“the Website”), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use our Website.

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2. Services Provided

We offer:

• In-person and telehealth therapy sessions through licensed professionals.

• An online resource page with links, some of which are affiliate links that may generate commissions.

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3. No Medical or Therapy Advice

All content on this Website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Therapy should be conducted directly with a licensed provider. If you need emergency assistance, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

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4. Telehealth Services

If you engage in telehealth therapy, you acknowledge that:

• You must ensure a private, secure environment for sessions.

• You understand the risks of electronic communication, including potential privacy breaches.

• You must reside in a state where our licensed therapists can legally provide services.

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5. User Responsibilities

By using our Website, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information.

• Not record therapy sessions without consent from both parties.

• Use this site only for lawful purposes and not for fraudulent activity.

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6. Affiliate Links & Third-Party Content

Some resources on our Website contain affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you make a purchase. We are not responsible for content or policies on third-party websites.

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7. Limitation of Liability

Bloom Therapy and Wellness is not liable for:

• Technical issues, website downtime, or data breaches beyond our control.

• Any decisions made based on website content.

• Any third-party products or services accessed through our links.

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8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the state of South Carolina.

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9. Updates to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of our Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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10. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

info@bloomtherapysc.com

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