Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2025
Owner: Ava Ames Therapy, San Diego, California

1. Information We Collect

When you visit this website, we may collect:

  • Personal information you voluntarily provide (such as your name, email, or phone number when you use the contact form or sign up for resources).

  • Non-personal information automatically collected (such as browser type, IP address, or website analytics).

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or requests.

  • Provide information about therapy services.

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.

3. No Therapist-Client Relationship

Submitting information through this site does not create a therapist-client relationship. A formal therapist-client relationship is only established after a signed informed consent form and a scheduled appointment.

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information when required by law, regulation, or legal process.

5. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand traffic and improve services. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Security

Reasonable safeguards are in place to protect your information. However, transmitting data over the internet always carries risks, and confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. Please do not submit sensitive clinical or medical details through the contact form.

7. Your Rights Under California Law (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Request what personal data we collect, use, or share.

  • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to exceptions under law).

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (note: we do not sell data).

To exercise your rights, contact us at: Therapy@AvaAmes.com

8. Children’s Privacy

This site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Updates will be posted on this page with the effective date.

10. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Ava Ames Therapy
Therapy@AvaAmes.com
W:(619) 929-0589