Privacy Policy — Meyer Counseling & Consulting
Last updated: October 15, 2025
Meyer Counseling & Consulting (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy.
This Policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and how you can manage it.
It applies to our website (https://www.Meyer-Counseling.com), forms, email, and calls.
Important: This page is not the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Client health records are protected by HIPAA and handled under a separate Notice.
Ask us for a copy at any time.
1) What We Collect
Information you provide: name, contact details, messages, intake or scheduling info.
If you pay, our processor collects payment details; we receive receipts only.
Please avoid sending confidential health details through unsecured forms or email.
Information we get automatically: device/browser data, IP address, pages viewed, and basic analytics.
We use cookies and similar tech to operate the site and improve content.
You can control cookies in your browser settings.
Information from third parties: scheduling tools, payment processors, and service vendors.
They process your data to provide their services to us.
We require them to protect your information.
2) How We Use Information
To respond to inquiries, schedule sessions, and provide requested services.
To operate, secure, and improve our website and communications.
To meet legal obligations and prevent misuse or fraud.
3) Cookies & Analytics
Cookies help the site remember preferences and measure performance.
We may use privacy-focused analytics that aggregates or de-identifies data.
You can opt out by adjusting browser settings or using built-in privacy controls.
4) Sensitive & Clinical Information (HIPAA)
If you become a client, any health information we create or receive is Protected Health Information (PHI).
PHI is used and disclosed only as permitted by HIPAA and our HIPAA Notice.
Request our HIPAA Notice at +1 770-781-3793 or Lisa@meyer-counseling.com.
5) Payments
Card payments are processed by third-party providers.
We do not store full card numbers on our systems.
Payment data is used to complete your transactions and for required records.
6) How We Share Information
Vendors/Service Providers: hosting, email, scheduling, analytics, and payments.
Legal/Safety: if required by law or to protect rights, safety, or security.
Business Changes: if we reorganize, your data may transfer under this Policy.
What we don’t do:
We do not sell your personal information.
We do not share data for cross-context behavioral advertising.
7) Your Privacy Choices & Rights
Access/Update/Delete: contact us to review or correct your information.
Communications: you can opt out of non-essential emails at any time.
Cookie controls: manage in your browser or device settings.
8) Data Retention
We keep information only as long as needed for services and legal obligations.
When no longer needed, we delete or de-identify it within reasonable timeframes.
Client PHI is retained per HIPAA and state-law requirements.
9) Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect data.
No system is perfectly secure, but we work to prevent unauthorized access.
Contact us immediately if you suspect a security issue.
10) Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children online.
If you believe we have, contact us and we will delete it.
11) Do Not Track & Global Privacy Control
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” or Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals.
Where legally required, we treat GPC as an opt-out of “sale/sharing.”
You can also email us to set your preferences.
12) International Visitors
We are based in the United States.
By using our site, you understand your data may be processed in the U.S.
Local privacy rights may differ from those in your country.
13) Links to Other Sites
Our site may link to third-party websites.
Their privacy practices are separate from ours.
Review their policies before providing personal information.
14) Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy as laws and practices evolve.
When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date.
Your continued use of the site means you accept the revised Policy.
15) Contact Us
Meyer Counseling & Consulting
2450 Atlanta Highway, Suite 1701, Cumming, GA 30040
Phone: +1 770-781-3793
Email: Lisa@meyer-counseling.com
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 8 PM (America/New_York)
