Vita Lucida Mental Wellness, A Professional Nursing Corporation (“Vita Lucida”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your data.

This Privacy Policy describes how information may be collected, used, and disclosed when you interact with our practice, including through our website, electronic communications, intake forms, and telehealth services. This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website and general communications. If you become a patient of the practice, additional protections and disclosures regarding your health information will be provided through our Notice of Privacy Practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Acceptance of Terms‍ ‍

By accessing or using this website operated by Vita Lucida Mental Wellness, A Professional Nursing Corporation, you agree to the terms and conditions described below. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

Changes to this Policy‍ ‍

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or practice operations.

Information Collected‍ ‍

We may collect personal information that you choose to provide to us, which may include:

·       Your name, date of birth, address, phone number, and email address

·       Insurance and billing details when applicable

·       Medical, psychiatric, and treatment-related information

·       Your communication preferences, including permission to communicate electronically

How We Use Information‍ ‍

Personal information may be used for purposes such as:

·       Scheduling and coordinating appointments

·       Delivering psychiatric evaluations and treatment services

·       Communicating with patients about their care, appointments, and administrative matters

·       Processing billing, verifying insurance, and managing payments

·       Meeting legal, regulatory, and professional requirements

How Information is Shared‍ ‍

We may share personal information only when necessary to provide care and operate our practice, including with:

·       Health insurance providers

·       Pharmacies

·       Laboratories

·       Electronic health record and practice management service providers

·       Other healthcare professionals involved in your care

We do not sell personal information and do not disclose personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Informational Purposes Only‍ ‍

Content provided on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Information on this website should not be relied upon as medical advice. Individuals should consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding their specific health concerns.

No Therapist–Client Relationship‍ ‍

Use of this website, including viewing content or sending messages through contact forms or email, does not establish a therapist–client or provider–patient relationship with Vita Lucida Mental Wellness. A therapeutic relationship is established only after appropriate intake procedures, consent forms, and professional agreement to provide services.

Short Message Service (SMS)/Text Messaging Communications‍ ‍

Vita Lucida may use SMS (text messaging) for administrative communications such as:

·  Appointment reminders

·  Scheduling coordination

·  Practice-related notifications

Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier. SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying Help to a text message received from the practice or email hello@vitalucidamentalwellness.com‍ ‍

Electronic Communication‍ ‍

Electronic communications, including email and text messages, may be used for administrative and non-emergency purposes. While reasonable safeguards are in place to protect privacy, electronic communication may carry certain inherent risks.

Your Rights‍ ‍

You have the right to request access to your personal information, request corrections to inaccurate information, and ask questions about how your information is used, subject to applicable laws.

Our Responsibilities‍ ‍

Vita Lucida Mental Wellness is required by law to:

·  Maintain the privacy of protected health information.

·  Provide this notice describing our legal duties and privacy practices.

·  Notify you in the event of certain breaches of unsecured health information.

·  Follow the terms of the privacy notice currently in effect.

If you have any questions about the Private Policy, please contact Vita Lucida Mental Wellness, A Professional Nursing Corporation at hello@vitalucidamentalwellness.com‍ ‍