Cactus & Coast Counseling: Terms of Use & Privacy Policy
About
LAST UPDATED: June 2025
Questions or concerns? Reading this terms of use & privacy policy notice will help you understand your privacy rights and choices. If you still have any additional questions or concerns, please contact us at cactuscoastcounseling@gmail.com or 512-686-6275
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 2025
Cactus & Coast Counseling takes your privacy seriously and complies with all applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
1. Confidentiality & HIPAA
Any personal health information you share through this website or during counseling sessions is kept private and secure. Please note that email and contact forms are not encrypted, so we recommend avoiding the transmission of sensitive clinical details in those formats.
2. Informational Use Only
This website is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional counseling, diagnosis, or medical advice.
3. Information Sharing
Cactus & Coast Counseling will never sell or share your personal information with third parties. Information collected through the contact form or scheduling system is used solely to respond to your inquiry or to schedule services.
4. Cookies & Analytics
This site may use basic cookies or analytics tools to improve your browsing experience. You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies at any time.
5. Social Media & External Links
This website may provide links to social media accounts or third-party resources. Please note that when you click on these links, your use of those platforms is governed by their own privacy policies, not ours.
6. Questions & Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Cactus & Coast Counseling, PLLC
Email: cactuscoastcounseling@gmail.com
Phone: (512) 686-6275
Terms of Use
Effective Date: June 2025
By using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions.
1. Informational Purposes Only
The content on this website is for general educational and informational purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for professional counseling, diagnosis, or medical advice.
2. No Therapist-Client Relationship
Viewing this website, contacting Cactus & Coast Counseling, or using any resources provided here does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is only established once you have completed the intake process and signed informed consent paperwork.
3. External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. Cactus & Coast Counseling is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites.
4. Intellectual Property
All website content, including text, graphics, and images, is the property of Cactus & Coast Counseling unless otherwise noted. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without written permission.
5. Limitation of Liability
Cactus & Coast Counseling is not responsible for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of this website.
6. Modifications
Cactus & Coast Counseling reserves the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Updates will be reflected on this page with a new effective date.
7. Social Media
Cactus & Coast Counseling maintains professional social media accounts for informational and educational purposes. Engaging with this content (such as liking, following, or commenting) is voluntary and may compromise your privacy, as others may see your activity. Please do not use social media messaging for clinical or scheduling concerns, as these platforms are not secure. Viewing or engaging with social media content does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
8. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:
Cactus & Coast Counseling, PLLC
Email: cactuscoastcounseling@gmail.com
Phone: (512) 686-6275
