Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services

Legal & Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services

Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services (“Peace Unto You,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information. We guarantee this commitment by safeguarding the confidentiality and security of such information. We guarantee this by keeping it confidential and secure. We are dedicated to protecting personal information. We assure its confidentiality. We are also committed to maintaining security. We are dedicated to assuring confidentiality and maintaining security. We also guarantee its confidentiality and security. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, reveal, and safeguard personal information through our website and related communications.

This policy applies to all visitors, clients, and users of the Peace Unto You website and services.

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1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Give Voluntarily

We collect personal information when you:

• Fill a contact or inquiry form
• Ask information about services
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Communicate with us via email or other electronic means

The personal information collected include:

• Name
• Email
• Phone number
• General inquiry details
• Any other information you voluntarily choose to give

Please note:
We encourage you not to send sensitive clinical or personal health information through website contact forms or email.

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B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect limited technical information using cookies or similar technologies, including:

• IP location
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information is collected for website functionality, analytics, and security purposes only.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the subsequent purposes:

• To respond to inquiries and communicate with you
• To offer information about our services
• To manage appointments or service requests (if applicable)
• To improve website performance and user experience
• To send newsletters or informational updates (only if you have opted in)
• To follow legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

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3. Use of Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and third-party analytics tools. Tools like website traffic analytics help us understand how visitors use the site. These tools collect aggregated, non-identifying information.

You can turn off cookies through your browser settings; but, doing so will affect site functionality.

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4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We share personal information only in the next limited circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, email services, analytics) who help us in operating our website or services. These providers are contractually obligated to:

• Use information only for authorized purposes
• Keep confidentiality and data security

B. Legal and Regulatory Requirements

We reveal personal information if required by law, court order, subpoena, or regulatory authority, or if necessary to:

• Protect our legal rights
• Guarantee safety
• Prevent fraud or misuse

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5. Clinical Privacy and Confidentiality

This website Privacy Policy applies to website interactions only.
Clinical services are governed by separate professional confidentiality and informed consent policies, according to:

• Provincial regulatory requirements
• Professional ethical standards
• Canadian privacy legislation (including PIPEDA, PHIPA where applicable)

Clients will get detailed information about clinical privacy, record-keeping, and consent before or at the start of therapy.

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6. Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

• Decline to give personal information (with the understanding that this limit certain services)
• Opt out of receiving promotional or informational emails at any time
• Ask access to or correction of your personal information, where applicable

To make a demand, please contact us using the information below.

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7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Nonetheless, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we can’t guarantee absolute security.

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8. Retention of Information

Personal information collected through the website is retained only as long as necessary. This ensures the purposes for which it was collected are fulfilled. It is also retained as required by law.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We update this Privacy Policy periodically to show changes in legal requirements or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted means acceptance of the updated policy.

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10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services
📧 Email: peaceuntoyoups@gmail.com
🌐 Website: peaceuntoyou.ca

Please visit provided link.

Provincial Privacy Compliance, Website Disclaimer, Informed Consent, and Online Therapy Notice

1. Provincial Privacy Compliance Addendum

Ontario (PHIPA)

Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services complies with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA, 2004). Personal Health Information (PHI) is collected, used, and disclosed for purposes related to providing psychotherapy services and counseling. This is done with consent or as otherwise permitted or required by law.

Clients have the right to:

• Access their personal health records
• Ask for corrections to inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent, subject to legal and clinical limitations

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2. Website Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health assessment, diagnosis, or treatment.

Use of this website does not create a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is formed only after informed consent is obtained and services are formally initiated.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact local emergency services or crisis support resources right away.

Peace Unto You Psychotherapy Services makes no guarantees about outcomes of therapy. Individual results vary.

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3. Informed Consent for Psychotherapy (Summary Version)

Nature of Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a collaborative process that involves discussing difficult emotions, experiences, and patterns. Benefits include increased insight, emotional regulation, symptom relief, and improved relationships.

Risks and Discomforts

Therapy involves emotional discomfort, including recalling distressing experiences. While therapy often leads to positive outcomes, no specific results can be guaranteed.

Confidentiality

All information shared in therapy is confidential except where disclosure is required or permitted by law, including:

• Risk of serious harm to self or others
• Suspected abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable person
• Court orders or legal obligations

Consent and Participation

Participation in therapy is voluntary. Clients can withdraw consent or ask for changes to treatment at any time.

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4. Teletherapy and Online Privacy Notice

Use of Technology

Online and Teletherapy services are provided using secure, privacy-compliant video or communication platforms (e.g., ZOOM). While reasonable safeguards are in place, telecommunication carries inherent risks related to confidentiality and security.

Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for:

• Ensuring privacy in their physical location
• Using secure internet connections
• Protecting access to personal devices

Risks of Teletherapy

Potential risks include interruptions, technical difficulties, or unauthorized access. Clients acknowledge these risks when consenting to Teletherapy services.

Emergency Situations

Teletherapy is not appropriate for emergencies. Clients are encouraged to find local emergency resources and give an emergency contact before commencing Teletherapy.

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This document is intended as a general informational resource and does not constitute legal advice.