Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 8/1/2025
Last Updated: 8/1/2025
Kim Brotherton, LICSW, Inc. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website, [kimbrotherton.com] (the "Site").
1. Information We Collect
When you use this Site, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
Name, email address, phone number, or other details submitted through contact forms, scheduling tools, or newsletter sign-ups.
Non-Personal Information
Browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and general usage data.
Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze traffic.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
Respond to inquiries or requests.
Provide scheduling or consultation services you request.
Improve the functionality and security of our Site.
Send occasional updates or resources (if you have opted in).
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Confidentiality and Therapy Services
If you become a therapy client:
Your health information will be protected in accordance with professional ethics, state law, and federal law (including HIPAA, where applicable).
Information shared within therapy sessions is confidential, except as required by law (e.g., risk of harm to self/others, suspected abuse, or court order).
Email or contact forms on this Site are not a secure method for transmitting sensitive health information. Please use discretion when sharing personal details online.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services (such as website hosting, scheduling, or analytics providers). These vendors may have access to limited information as necessary to perform their services, but they are not permitted to use it for any other purpose.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no website, email, or online system is completely secure. Use caution when sharing personal or health information electronically.
6. Your Choices
You may opt out of receiving non-essential communications at any time.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some Site features may not function properly.
If you wish to access, update, or request deletion of personal information you have shared, please contact us.
7. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Kim Brotherton, LICSW, Inc.
P.O.Box 30868
Seattle, WA 98113