Effective Date: 1/1/2025
The Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center
Website: ctanxiety.com
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1. Introduction
The Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ctanxiety.com or communicate with us, including through web forms, email, or SMS/text messages.​
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.​
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information You Provide
When you fill out forms, request information, or contact 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 additional information you choose to share in your inquiry
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device information
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Pages visited and referring URLs
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Date and time of access
This information helps us improve site performance and user experience.
C. Text Message & 10DLC Compliance Information
If you opt in to receive SMS/text messages from us, we may collect:
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Your mobile phone number
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Message logs (date/time, delivery status)
We do not collect message content beyond what is necessary for communication.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide requested information
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Schedule appointments and coordinate care
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Improve our website and user experience
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Send administrative or service-related communications
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Send SMS/text messages only with your consent (for appointment reminders, service updates, or requested information)
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Maintain security and prevent misuse of our website
We do not sell or rent your personal information. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties
4. SMS/Text Message Consent (10DLC Requirements)
By opting in to receive SMS/text messages from The Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center, you agree to the following:
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Message frequency varies.
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You can opt out at any time by replying STOP.
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For help, reply HELP.
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Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.
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We will only text you for purposes you consented to (e.g., appointment reminders, practice updates, or communication related to your inquiry).
Your SMS consent is never a condition of receiving treatment or services.
5. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information only in the following situations:
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Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist with website hosting, communication tools, email/SMS delivery, or analytics
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Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
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Professional Requirements: If applicable, information may be shared in compliance with HIPAA or other mental health confidentiality regulations
We do not share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
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Improve site functionality
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Analyze website traffic
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Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information.
While we strive to protect your data, no system is completely secure. Please avoid sending highly sensitive or clinical information through web forms or unencrypted email.
8. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent.
10. Your Rights and Choices
You may:
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Request access to the personal information we hold about you
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Request corrections or updates to your information
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Opt out of marketing communications
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Opt out of SMS/text messages at any time by replying STOP
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us: