Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

We at Dr. Adam Segal are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose information through this website in compliance with applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and how information is handled in connection with psychological services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily
We collect personal information that you provide through this website, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Information submitted through contact forms or consultation requests

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit this website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Referring URLs

This information is collected through website hosting and analytics tools provided by Squarespace and similar services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Respond to inquiries and communication requests

  • Schedule consultations or appointments

  • Provide information about services

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Maintain internal administrative records

We do not sell or share your personal information for advertising purposes.

3. Notice at Collection & Consent (California Residents)

By submitting your information through this website, you acknowledge and consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

We collect only the information reasonably necessary to respond to your request or provide services.

4. Third-Party Services & Platforms

We use secure third-party platforms to provide services:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and analytics)

  • SimplePractice (electronic health records, intake forms, scheduling, billing, and client portal)

  • Zoom (telehealth video sessions)

If you choose to engage in services, your information will be collected and stored through these platforms in accordance with their respective privacy and security policies.

These third-party providers operate independently and are responsible for their own compliance with applicable privacy laws.

5. Telehealth & Electronic Communication

If you participate in telehealth services:

  • Sessions may be conducted via secure video platforms such as Zoom

  • Electronic communications (including email and messaging) carry some risk to confidentiality despite reasonable safeguards

  • You will be provided with additional informed consent specific to telehealth before beginning services

6. Confidentiality & HIPAA

  • Website communications (such as contact forms or email) are not considered secure or confidential.

  • Please do not submit sensitive personal health information through this website.

  • If you become a client, your protected health information will be maintained in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and California confidentiality laws, including through secure systems such as SimplePractice.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we collect

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information

To exercise these rights, contact: dradamsegal@gmail.com

We will respond in accordance with applicable law and will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies through Squarespace and analytics tools to:

  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns

  • Improve site performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Client records are retained in accordance with legal, ethical, and licensing requirements.

10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website.

11. No Psychologist-Client Relationship

Use of this website or communication through it does not establish a psychologist-client relationship. A professional relationship is only established after completion of intake procedures and informed consent.

12. Emergency Disclaimer

This website is not intended for emergency use. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You may also dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

13. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

14. Contact Information

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

Dr. Adam Segal
23901 Calabasas Road, Suite 1065
dradamsegal@gmail.com
805-501-0516