Privacy Policy for Craniosacral Unwinding
This Privacy Policy outlines how Craniosacral Unwinding ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in the course of providing Craniosacral Therapy and related services to our clients ("Client", "you", "your").
We encourage you to read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy carefully before using any of our services.
CONTENTS:
Introduction:
Collection of Personal Information:
Use of Personal Information:
Disclosure of Personal Information:
Protection of Personal Information:
Retention of Personal Information:
Access to Personal Information:
Compliance with Privacy Laws:
Changes to this Privacy Policy:
Contact Us:
Introduction:
Craniosacral Unwinding ("we," "us," "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients' personal information.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.
1. Collection of Personal Information
1.1. Information Collected: We collect personal information that is necessary for providing our services. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Name
- Contact information (address, phone number, email)
- Health history and medical conditions
- Payment information
1.2. Methods of Collection: Personal information is collected through:
- Intake forms and health history questionnaires
- Direct interactions during appointments
- Online booking systems
- Email and phone communications
2. Use of Personal Information
2.1. Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of collecting personal information is to provide safe and effective craniosacral therapy services.
2.2. Secondary Purposes: Personal information may also be used for:
- Scheduling and appointment reminders
- Processing payments and issuing receipts
- Communicating with you about your treatment
- Record-keeping and administration
- Meeting legal and regulatory requirements
3. Disclosure of Personal Information
3.1. Third Parties: We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except as outlined in this policy.
Personal information may be disclosed to third parties only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To healthcare professionals involved in your care, with your consent
- To comply with legal obligations, such as reporting to regulatory bodies or responding to legal processes
4. Protection of Personal Information
4.1. Security Measures: We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include secure storage systems, encryption, and access controls.
5. Retention of Personal Information
5.1. Retention Period: Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
5.2. Destruction of Information: Personal information that is no longer required is securely destroyed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
6. Access to Personal Information
6.1. Your Rights: You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information. You may also request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and regulatory obligations.
6.2. Contact Us: To exercise your rights or if you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
7. Compliance with Privacy Laws:
7.1 Craniosacral Unwinding complies with all applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any provincial privacy legislation.
8. Changes to the Privacy Policy
7.1. Policy Updates: We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
The updated policy will be posted on our website with the effective date.
9. Contact Information
For any inquiries or concerns regarding your privacy or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: karen@karenwrinkle.com