Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

At The Ithaca Practice, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.ithacapractice.com.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information from you in the following ways:

* Voluntary Information: This includes names, email addresses, and phone numbers provided via contact forms or appointment request tools.

* Automatic Information: Like most websites, we may collect non-identifying information such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit to help us improve website functionality.

* Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

* No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used solely to:

* Respond to your inquiries or appointment requests.

* Improve our website and user experience.

* Send occasional administrative updates regarding the practice.

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

3. A Note on Clinical Confidentiality (HIPAA)

Please be aware that this website is for informational and scheduling purposes only.

* Not for Emergencies: This website and its contact forms are not monitored 24/7. If you are experiencing a crisis, please call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

* Protected Health Information (PHI): Information shared via standard website contact forms is generally not encrypted. Please limit the information you send via the website to contact details and scheduling requests. Avoid sharing sensitive clinical details until we are using a secure, HIPAA-compliant portal.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites (such as professional directories or educational resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

* Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

* Request that we correct or delete your personal data.

* Withdraw consent for data processing.

7. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.