Privacy Policy
Cornerstone Center for Counseling and Discipleship, Inc.
Effective Date: 12/20/2024
Your Privacy Is Our Priority
At Cornerstone Center for Counseling and Discipleship, Inc., we are dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in compliance with applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
Identifiers: Name, address, phone number, email, Social Security number, and date of birth.
Health Information: Mental health history, treatment plans, progress notes, and other information protected under HIPAA.
Payment Information: Insurance details, payment methods, and billing addresses.
Internet Activity: Cookies, IP addresses, and browsing behavior on our website.
Sensitive Information: Racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or other protected details as part of counseling and discipleship services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
To provide counseling, discipleship, and mental health services.
To comply with legal, regulatory, and professional requirements, including HIPAA.
To process billing and insurance claims.
To communicate regarding appointments, treatment plans, and service updates.
To improve our services and manage internal operations.
3. HIPAA Compliance
As a provider of mental health and counseling services, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA governs the protection of your Protected Health Information (PHI) and ensures your privacy rights.
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
Access Your PHI: Request and receive a copy of your health records.
Amend Your PHI: Request corrections to inaccuracies in your records.
Request Confidential Communications: Specify how we communicate with you.
Restrict Disclosures: Limit how your information is used and shared in certain circumstances.
Request an Accounting of Disclosures: Receive a report of when and why your PHI has been shared.
We do not disclose your PHI without your consent unless required by law or necessary for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.
For detailed HIPAA information, please review our Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request.
4. Your Rights Under California Law
Under the CCPA and CPRA, you have additional rights:
Right to Know: Access the personal information we have collected about you.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: Restrict the use of certain sensitive information.
Right to Opt-Out of Data Sharing: If applicable, opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
Phone: (661) 750-0438
Email: info@cornerstoneccd.org
Mail: 410 West J St. Suite A, Tehachapi CA 93561
5. "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information"
Cornerstone does not sell or share personal information for marketing purposes. Should this policy change, you will be notified, and an opt-out mechanism will be provided.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We employ robust security measures, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls, to safeguard your personal and health information.
7. Information Retention
We retain your personal and health information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and fulfill our professional responsibilities.
8. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage. You can adjust your browser settings to manage or disable cookies.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The updated policy will be posted with an effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, HIPAA compliance, or our data practices, please contact us:
Phone: (661) 750-0438
Email: info@cornerstoneccd.org
Mail: 410 West J St. Suite A, Tehachapi CA 93561
Acknowledgment of Notice: By using our services or website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.