1. Introduction

Welcome to Daniel Leal-Diaz, LCSW, LAC (“we,” “us,” “our”).
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information obtained through our website, www.tumacounseling.co(the “Site”).

By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our Site:

a. Personal Information You Provide

When you fill out a contact form, request an appointment, or subscribe to updates, we may collect:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Any details you choose to include in your message

⚠️ Please do not share sensitive personal health information (such as specific diagnoses, trauma history, or medical data) through online forms or email, as electronic communications are not fully secure.

b. Automatically Collected Information

Our Site may automatically collect limited technical data, such as:

• Browser type and version
• Device type
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site

This helps us understand website traffic and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries or appointment requests
• Communicate about services, scheduling, or resources
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Maintain security and comply with legal or ethical obligations

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

4. Confidentiality and HIPAA Notice

If you become a therapy client, your personal and health information will be protected under HIPAA.

Information shared through this website (contact forms or email) is not considered a secure or HIPAA-compliant channel, and should be used only for general inquiries or scheduling purposes.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our Site may use cookies or analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our Site.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to share this data.

6. Data Storage and Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
However, no online communication is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of data transmitted through the internet.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to other websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

8. Your Rights

You may:

• Request correction or deletion of your personal information we hold
• Opt out of future communications or newsletters
• Withdraw consent for data use at any time

To make a request, contact us at contact@tumacounseling.co

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

📧 contact@tumacounseling.co
📞 917-922-6786