PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 02/16/2026
Allen Shamon, LCSW (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the website https://www.summerlinserenity.com/ (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our Website.
By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Information included in a contact form submission
• Information you provide via email or other direct communication
If you contact us regarding therapy services, you may choose to share sensitive personal information. You understand that submitting information through a website contact form is not a substitute for secure clinical communication and does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
We may also automatically collect certain non-identifying information through standard technologies such as:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Referral sources
We may use tools such as Google Analytics or similar tracking technologies to improve Website performance and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information you provide to:
• Respond to inquiries
• Communicate about potential therapy services
• Provide information you request
• Improve our Website
• Maintain records of communication
If you become a client, your protected health information (PHI) will be governed by separate HIPAA-compliant documentation and Notice of Privacy Practices provided during intake.
We do not sell your personal information.
3. Lawful Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)
If you are located in a jurisdiction requiring lawful basis for processing (such as the European Union under GDPR), we process personal data based on:
• Your consent
• Our legitimate interest in responding to inquiries
• Contractual necessity (if you become a client)
• Legal compliance obligations
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Improve Website functionality
• Analyze traffic patterns
• Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, although some features of the Website may not function properly.
The Website does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals.
5. How Information Is Stored and Shared
Your information may be stored through secure third-party service providers, including:
• Website hosting providers
• Email service providers
• Scheduling platforms (if applicable)
• Analytics providers
We only share information when necessary to:
• Operate our Website
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our legal rights
• Complete requested services
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
6. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable security measures, including Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption, to protect your information.
However, no online transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure. By using the Website, you acknowledge this inherent risk.
If we become aware of a data breach, we will comply with applicable notification laws.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
• Respond to inquiries
• Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
• Comply with legal obligations
If you request deletion of your information, we will remove it unless retention is required by law.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including:
• Right to access your data
• Right to request correction
• Right to request deletion
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to opt-out of marketing communications
California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
• Know what personal information we collect
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell data)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights
To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.
9. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
This Website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor without parental consent, we will delete such information promptly.
10. Third-Party Links
This Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. You should review their privacy policies separately.
11. International Data Transfers
This Website is operated in the United States. If you are accessing the Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the “Effective Date” above. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, you may contact:
Allen Shamon, LCSW
allen@summerlinserenity.com