Privacy Policy
Sunshine Counseling LLC
Effective Date: 2/18/2026
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Who We Are
Sunshine Counseling is a therapy practice located at 32625 Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use information from visitors to our website, www.sunshinecounselingohio.com.
Important: This policy covers our public website only. If you are a client, your health information is protected under HIPAA and governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, which you receive separately.
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Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you use our inquiry form, we collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Any message or information you include in your inquiry
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages you visit on our site
- Date and time of your visit
- Referring website (if applicable)
Cookies & Tracking
Our website is hosted on Wix.com, which uses cookies and tracking technologies to improve site functionality and analyze website traffic. We use Wix's analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.
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How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries about our services
- Process appointment requests
- Improve our website experience
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
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Who We Share Information With
We may share your information with:
Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website and practice, including:
- Website hosting and analytics: Wix.com
- Email service: Google Workspace
These service providers are required to protect your information and only use it to provide services to us.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect the safety of any person.
We do not share your information with anyone else without your permission.
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Contact Forms & Email Security
Please note: Our website inquiry form and regular email are not secure, HIPAA-compliant methods of communication.
Do not send sensitive health information, treatment details, or personal health history through the inquiry form or regular email.
The inquiry form is intended for:
- Initial inquiries about services
- Appointment requests
- General questions
If you are a current client, please discuss confidential matters during scheduled sessions or through other secure methods we provide.
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Your Choices & Rights
Access, Correct, or Delete Your Information: You can contact us to:
- Request access to information we have collected from our website
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
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Data Retention
We retain inquiry form submissions for a reasonable period to respond to your request and maintain business records. If you become a client, your information becomes part of your clinical record and is retained according to our record retention policy and applicable legal requirements.
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Data Security
We use reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:
- SSL encryption (https) for data transmission
- Secure hosting through Wix.com
- Secure email through Google Workspace
- Restricted access to personal information
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites, such as insurance provider directories or professional associations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
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Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
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Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
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Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:
Sunshine Counseling LLC
Email: admin@SunshineCounselingOhio.com
Phone: (440) 370-1385
Trauma Recovery
Providing compassionate, trauma-informed care through EMDR and other clinical approaches to support healing.
Child & Play Therapy
Incorporating play-based interventions to support developmental, behavioral, and emotional growth in children.
Trauma Recovery
Evidence-based EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help process trauma and find emotional balance.
Faith-Informed Care
Professional counseling that offers the ethical incorporation of Christian integration for those seeking a spiritual perspective.
Neurodiversity
Compassionate, informed, and strengths-based care supporting neurodivergent individuals.
Trauma Recovery
Evidence-based EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help process trauma and find emotional balance.
Individual Therapy
Specialized support for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, and Narrative approaches.
Couples Counseling
Utilizing the Gottman Method to help partners explore patterns, rebuild trust, and navigate conflict more effectively.
Trauma Recovery
Evidence-based EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help process trauma and find emotional balance.
Individual Therapy
Specialized support for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, and Narrative approaches.
Couples Counseling
Utilizing the Gottman Method to help partners explore patterns, rebuild trust, and navigate conflict more effectively.
Trauma Recovery
Evidence-based EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help process trauma and find emotional balance.