privacy policy

Effective Date: June 17, 2025
Inner Mente Counseling — Zarina Moreno, LCSW-S
Email: zarina@innermentecounseling.com

1. Overview

At Inner Mente Counseling, your privacy is deeply respected. This website is committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining your trust. This Privacy Policy outlines how information is collected, used, and safeguarded through this site.

2. Information Collected

a. Voluntary Information

You may voluntarily provide information by filling out contact forms, booking consultations, or sending emails. This can include your name, email address, phone number, or any personal details you choose to share.

b. Automatically Collected Data

Basic information such as your browser type, device, pages visited, and time spent on the site may be collected for analytics purposes (e.g., through Google Analytics). This data helps improve the user experience but does not personally identify you.

3. Use of Information

Your information is used solely to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Communicate about services or scheduling

  • Share relevant resources or updates (if you opt-in)

  • Improve the website experience

Your personal details are never sold, rented, or shared with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.

4. Email Communication

If you email Zarina at zarina@innermentecounseling.com, your communication is kept confidential. Email is not a secure or HIPAA-compliant form of communication, so please avoid sharing sensitive health information through this channel.

5. Third-Party Tools

This site may use third-party services like Squarespace, Google Analytics, or embedded booking tools. These services may use cookies or tracking technologies in accordance with their own privacy policies.

6. Confidentiality in Therapy

Therapy-related communications and sessions are governed by HIPAA and Texas law. Any client information shared during sessions is protected by strict confidentiality, with legal exceptions (e.g., safety concerns or court orders).

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your personal information

  • Withdraw consent to communications

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

For any questions or requests, please email zarina@innermentecounseling.com.

8. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

9. Contact

Questions? Reach out at: zarina@innermentecounseling.com