Last Updated: November 28, 2025
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Introduction
A Path To Joy Counseling (“we,” “our,” “the practice”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights related to your personal data.
This policy follows HIPAA-aligned privacy principles and applies to all website visitors, clients, and individuals who interact with apathtojoy.com.
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Information We Collect
1. Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you fill out a contact form, request a consultation, or message us, you may provide:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Preferred contact method
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Any message you submit through our forms
2. Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we automatically collect basic usage data, including:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Pages viewed
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Time spent on site
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Cookies or similar tracking technologies used by Wix
3. Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you become a client, all personal health information is protected by HIPAA.
No PHI is collected through this website.
PHI is only collected during intake through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms used by the practice.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected through the website to:
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Respond to inquiries or consultation requests
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Provide information about services
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Improve website performance and user experience
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Maintain website security
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Comply with legal and ethical obligations
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with outside parties.
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website, hosted on Wix, may use cookies to:
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Improve site functionality
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Analyze website traffic
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Enhance user experience
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
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How Your Information Is Protected
We use the security tools built into Wix, including:
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Secure servers
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SSL encryption
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Firewall protection
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Regular security updates
For therapy clients, all PHI is stored in a secure, HIPAA-compliant electronic health record system.
Website messages and intake forms are not used for clinical purposes.
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Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party tools through Wix:
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Analytics tools
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Scheduling or contact form integrations (if applicable)
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Email services
These providers cannot access or use your data beyond what is needed to perform their services.
We do not allow third-party advertisers.
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Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites (such as Psychology Today). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
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Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information you provided
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Request corrections to your contact information
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Request deletion of your information
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Withdraw consent for communication
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Ask how your data is used
To request any of the above, please contact:
joy@apathtojoy.com
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HIPAA Notice
This Privacy Policy is not the same as a HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
If you become a therapy client, you will receive a full HIPAA Notice as part of the intake process.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
A Path To Joy Counseling
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Email: joy@apathtojoy.com
Phone: 315-203-8851