Privacy Policy

Kaleidoscope Mental Health

Effective Date: 4-20-2026

Kaleidoscope Mental Health respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share through this website.

This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected through this site, how it is used, and what choices you have.

1. Information We Collect

Information you voluntarily provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any information you include in a contact form or message

Information collected automatically

  • Basic website usage data (such as pages visited, time on site, and general location)

  • Cookies or similar technologies used to improve website performance

2. How Your Information Is Used

Information collected through this website may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries or messages

  • Schedule consultations or appointments

  • Improve the website experience

  • Maintain basic business records

Your information is not sold or shared for marketing purposes.

3. Important Note About Confidentiality

This website is not a secure or encrypted platform for transmitting sensitive personal or health information.

  • Submitting a contact form or email does not establish a therapeutic relationship

  • Please avoid sharing sensitive or confidential information through this website

  • A formal client relationship begins only after intake paperwork and informed consent are completed

4. HIPAA and Protected Health Information

If you become a client of Kaleidoscope Mental Health, your health information will be protected in accordance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

A separate document, the Notice of Privacy Practices, explains in detail how protected health information is used and your rights as a client.

5. Third-Party Services

This website may use third-party services to function effectively, such as:

  • Website hosting (e.g., Squarespace)

  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Scheduling or form tools

These services may collect limited information as part of their operation and have their own privacy policies.

6. Cookies

Cookies may be used to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Improve functionality and user experience

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

7. Data Security

Reasonable steps are taken to protect the information submitted through this website. However, no online transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Your Rights

You may:

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Ask that your information be deleted (when applicable)

To make a request, contact:

Elizabeth Shipman LMFT
Kaleidoscope Mental Health
elizabeth@kaleidoscopemh.com

9. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact:

Kaleidoscope Mental Health
elizabeth@kaleidoscopemh.com