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Privacy Policy

Peter Sharpe Counseling
Effective Date: October 2, 2026

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At Peter Sharpe Counseling, your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or contact the practice.

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Information Collected

The practice may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Information submitted through contact forms or email communications
     

This website is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used to communicate urgent or emergency mental health concerns.
 

How Information Is Used

Information submitted through the website or email may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Schedule consultations or appointments

  • Provide information about counseling services

  • Communicate regarding services requested
     

Your information will not be sold or shared for marketing purposes.
 

Email and Contact Form Communication

Please be aware that email and website contact forms may not be fully secure methods of communication. While reasonable efforts are made to protect confidentiality, submitting sensitive personal or health information through these methods carries some risk.
 

Telehealth Services

Telehealth services may be provided through Doxy.me, a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. Clients receiving telehealth services will receive additional informed consent and privacy information before beginning treatment.
 

Cookies and Analytics

This website does not intentionally use advertising trackers, analytics tools, or marketing pixels. Basic website hosting services may automatically collect limited technical information such as browser type or IP address for security and functionality purposes.
 

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Coast & Crest Counseling is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
 

Protection of Information

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are used to help protect personal information. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed completely secure.
 

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. Personal information is not knowingly collected from children through the website.
 

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact:

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Peter Sharpe Counseling

Peter Sharpe LPCC/LPC
Email: psharpecounseling@gmail.com
Phone: 720.771.9354
Location: San Marcos, CA

HIPAA Policy

THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN ACCESS THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.

 

Peter Sharpe Counseling
Effective Date: October 2, 2026
 

This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how your protected health information (“PHI”) may be used and disclosed and explains your rights under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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Uses and Disclosures of Your Health Information

Your protected health information may be used for purposes including:

Treatment

Information may be used to provide, coordinate, or manage your mental health treatment and related services.

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Payment

Information may be used to obtain payment for services provided, including insurance reimbursement when applicable.

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Health Care Operations

Information may be used for administrative and operational purposes such as quality assessment, licensing, compliance, and practice management.

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Other Uses or Disclosures

Your information may also be disclosed when required or permitted by law, including:

  • Suspected abuse or neglect reporting

  • Court orders or legal proceedings

  • Risk of serious harm to self or others

  • Public health requirements

  • Health oversight activities

Any other use or disclosure not described in this notice requires your written authorization.

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Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your records

  • Request corrections to your records

  • Request restrictions on certain disclosures

  • Request confidential communications

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

  • Receive a paper or electronic copy of this notice

  • Revoke written authorization at any time

Certain legal exceptions may apply under California and federal law.

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Confidentiality of Therapy Records

Psychotherapy notes, when maintained separately from the clinical record, receive additional protections under HIPAA and are generally not disclosed without written authorization except in limited legally permitted situations.

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Electronic Communication and Telehealth

If you choose to communicate through email, phone, or telehealth services, there are potential privacy risks despite reasonable safeguards. Telehealth services may be conducted using Doxy.me or other secure platforms.

 

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with:

  • Peter Sharpe Counseling

  • The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights

You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.

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Peter Sharpe Counseling
Peter Sharpe LPCC/LPC
Email: psharpecounseling@gmail.com
Phone: 720.771.9354
Address: San Marcos, CA

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