Effective Date: December 1, 2025

Website: www.innerbridge-psychiatry.com

1. Privacy Policy

InnerBridge Psychiatry & Therapy LLC (“InnerBridge,” “we,” “our,” or “the practice”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit this website. This policy applies only to information collected through this website. All clinical information is collected exclusively through the secure SimplePractice Patient Portal or similar EHR, which are HIPAA-compliant.

• Information You Voluntarily Provide: Name, email, phone number, general non-clinical inquiries. Do NOT submit Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time on site, cookies, analytics.
• How Information Is Used: Responding to inquiries, scheduling contact, non-clinical communication, website improvement.
• Data Protection: SSL-secured website, HIPAA-aligned email systems, restricted access. No guarantee of complete security.
• Sharing of Information: Limited sharing with website hosting providers, email vendors, SimplePractice. No selling of data.
• No Provider–Patient Relationship: Website use does not establish care. A treatment relationship begins only after acceptance, completed intake forms, and an initial evaluation.
• Third-Party Links: Not responsible for external site content or privacy.
• Cookies and Analytics: Used to improve performance. You may disable cookies.
• Children’s Privacy: Not intended for individuals under 18; parents/guardians must contact directly.
• Your Choices: Option to avoid forms, request deletion, disable cookies. HIPAA rights apply only once you are a patient.
• Updates: Policy may be updated at any time.

2. Terms of Use

• Educational Purpose Only: Content is informational and not medical advice.
• No Medical Relationship: Website interaction does not create a therapeutic relationship or guarantee services.
• User Responsibilities: Do not submit sensitive information, misuse the website, rely on content for treatment, or copy content without permission.
• Limitation of Liability: Not responsible for damages from website use, reliance, interruptions, or errors.
• Intellectual Property: All branding, design, and website materials are property of InnerBridge Psychiatry & Therapy LLC. No reproduction without permission.
• User Conduct: Do not submit inaccurate, harmful, threatening, or inappropriate content. Do not submit clinical or emergency information through forms.
• External Links: Not responsible for third‑party site content or accuracy.
• Appointments & Services: Once a patient, your care is governed by clinical consent forms within SimplePractice or similar HIPAA‑compliant EHR. All records stored only in the HIPAA‑compliant EHR.
• Modifications: InnerBridge may update Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

3. Website Disclaimer

• Website content is educational only, not medical or psychiatric advice. Does not replace evaluation or treatment. No provider–patient relationship is created by viewing this site.

4. Referral Disclaimer

• Submitting referrals does not establish care or guarantee acceptance. Care coordination occurs only with patient consent. Do not submit PHI through website.

5. HIPAA Website Notice

• This website is not intended for transmitting PHI. All HIPAA-required forms (NPP, Telehealth Consent, Financial Policy, Informed Consent) are provided through the secure SimplePractice or similar HIPAA‑compliant EHR portal.

6. Accessibility Statement

• InnerBridge Psychiatry & Therapy LLC strives to maintain an accessible website with mobile responsiveness, alt text, and clear typography. For accessibility issues, email tricia@innerbridge-psychiatry.com

7. Good Faith Estimate Notice (No Surprises Act)

• If you do not use insurance, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected costs before services. You may dispute charges if substantially higher than the estimate.

8. Communication & Crisis Notice

InnerBridge Psychiatry & Therapy LLC does not provide emergency services. If you are in crisis, call 988, dial 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.