Privacy Policy

Updated July 2026

At Lauren King Therapy, your privacy is of the utmost importance. This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use, protect, and disclose personal information when you visit my website, engage with my services, or contact me through electronic means.

Who I Am

I am a licensed psychotherapist offering mental health services in San Francisco and Oakland, California. I am deeply committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal health information in compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and all other applicable state and federal privacy laws.

Information I Collect

I may collect the following types of information:

1. Personal Information You Provide

  • Name, email address, and phone number

  • Information submitted through contact forms or scheduling requests

  • Insurance and payment details (if applicable)

  • Any personal or health information shared via secure client portals or encrypted email

2. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address and browser type

  • Website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)

  • Device type and operating system

Note on Protected Health Information (PHI): I do not collect or store protected health information (PHI) through my public website. I request that any sensitive clinical history or private medical data only be shared via my secure, HIPAA-compliant client portal once we begin the intake process.

How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or consultation requests

  • Schedule and coordinate your therapy sessions

  • Provide high-quality mental health services

  • Communicate administrative updates, billing details, or resources

  • Improve my website's usability

  • Comply with clinical, legal, or regulatory obligations

Use of Cookies and Analytics

I may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance and analyze visitor behavior. This data is aggregated and is not used to personally identify you. You can easily modify your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.

How I Share Your Information

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

I will only share your information under the following specific circumstances:

  • With your explicit, written consent (via a signed Release of Information)

  • With HIPAA-compliant third-party service providers who support my operations (such as my secure EHR/scheduling software and billing platforms) under strict confidentiality agreements

  • As required by law, such as to comply with a court order, subpoena, or legal process

  • To protect your safety or the safety of others, in accordance with my professional, ethical, and legal mandate to report (e.g., duty to protect, reporting suspected abuse of children or vulnerable adults)

Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

While I do my best to secure my digital presence, standard email and website contact forms are not entirely secure. Please avoid sharing highly sensitive or confidential clinical details until we are using a secure, encrypted communication method.

Your Rights

As a client or visitor, you have the right to:

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Withdraw consent for data processing

  • Request the deletion of your information (as legally and ethically appropriate under clinical record-retention laws)

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to other helpful external websites or resources. I am not responsible for the privacy practices, safety, or content of those third parties.

Updates to This Policy

I may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in my practice or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Me

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to me directly: