Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/03/2025

Last Updated: 6/03/2025

DGO Counseling LLC (“we,” “our,” or “the Practice”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide while visiting our website, https://www.dgocounseling.com (“Website”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you contact us through our website (e.g., via a contact form, email, or scheduling a consultation), we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any personal information you include in your message or scheduling request

Automatically Collected Information

Our website may automatically collect the following information through cookies or analytics tools:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referral source (how you arrived at the site)

We may use tools such as Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and user behavior.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • We use the collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or appointment requests

  • Improve website functionality and performance

  • Monitor and analyze website traffic trends

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to:

  • Analyze user behavior via Google Analytics

  • Improve website performance and security

  • Track engagement metrics anonymously

You can disable cookies via your browser settings, though some features of the Website may not function properly as a result.

4. Third-Party Services

We may share limited information with third-party service providers to operate our business. These may include:

  • Google Analytics (for site analytics)

  • Email service providers (if used for follow-ups)

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy and is responsible for complying with applicable privacy laws.

5. Data Security

We use secure platforms and take reasonable steps to protect the information collected from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. Do not use the website to transmit highly sensitive personal or clinical information.

For therapy clients, protected health information (PHI) is handled in accordance with our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

6. Your Rights

If you reside in certain jurisdictions, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Opt out of non-essential data collection (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Withdraw consent to data processing (where applicable)

To make such a request, contact us at:

DGO Counseling LLC

Email: dgocounselingllc@outlook.com

7. Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for those under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of any changes.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

DGO Counseling LLC

Email: dgocounselingllc@outlook.com