Privacy Policy | Ally Psychotherapy

Ally Psychological Therapy, PLLC
Effective Date: September 29, 2025
Website: www.allypsychotherapy.com

Introduction

At Ally Psychological Therapy, PLLC ("we," "us," or "our"), your privacy is a top priority. We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your personal and health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the laws of New York and New Jersey, and other applicable standards of professional ethics.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your Protected Health Information (PHI) and personal data when you receive psychotherapy services from us or visit our website, www.allypsychotherapy.com. By using our services or accessing our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

What Information We Collect

We may collect and maintain the following types of information:

Protected Health Information (PHI)

Name, contact information, date of birth
Health history, treatment records, therapy notes
Insurance and billing information (if applicable)
Communications between you and your therapist

Website & Communication Data

Information submitted via online contact forms or email
Technical data (IP address, browser type, cookies) for website performance and security

Note: We do not collect PHI through cookies or analytics. PHI is only collected when you voluntarily provide it (e.g., contact forms or intake paperwork).

How We Use and Share Your Information

We may use your PHI for the following purposes, as allowed or required by law:

For Treatment

To provide, coordinate, or manage your care and share relevant information with other providers if needed (with your consent).

For Payment

To bill you or your insurance provider for services rendered, if applicable.

For Healthcare Operations

To support our day-to-day practice operations, such as administrative tasks, record-keeping, quality assurance, or legal compliance.

As Required by Law

To comply with federal or state laws, court orders, subpoenas, or public health reporting obligations.

With Your Authorization

We will not use or share your information for any other purpose unless you give us written permission. You may revoke your authorization at any time in writing.

Your Rights as a Client

You have several rights under HIPAA and state law:

Access: You may request to review or obtain a copy of your therapy records.
Amendments: You may request corrections to your records if you believe something is inaccurate.
Restrictions: You may ask us not to share certain information. While we are not required to agree, we will do our best to accommodate reasonable requests.
Confidential Communications: You may request contact by alternate methods (e.g., email only or a specific phone number).
Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a list of disclosures we’ve made of your PHI (not including those for treatment, payment, or operations).
Right to File a Complaint: You may file a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated. We will not retaliate against you for doing so.

How We Protect Your Information

We take privacy and security seriously. We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

Secure electronic health record (EHR) systems
Encrypted communication tools (when available)
Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with any third-party service providers

Note: No method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. If you choose to communicate via email or text, please understand that these methods may not be fully secure.

Teletherapy and Electronic Communication

Ally Psychological Therapy, PLLC offers services via telehealth platforms that comply with HIPAA standards. If you choose to engage in teletherapy, we will use secure, encrypted platforms. By using telehealth, you acknowledge the risks and limitations inherent in electronic communication.

Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website uses basic tools (e.g., Google Analytics or similar) to collect anonymous, non-personal information about site usage to improve functionality and user experience. These tools may use cookies or similar tracking technologies.

We do not collect or store PHI through these tools.

Third-Party Service Providers

We may use third-party providers for services such as scheduling, billing, video conferencing, and secure messaging. These providers are bound by HIPAA-compliant Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) when required.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of our services or website constitutes your agreement to the updated terms.

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your rights, please contact:

Ally Psychological Therapy, PLLC
Mailing Address: 800 Third Avenue FRNT A #1689, New York, NY 10022-7649 Email: allypsychotherapy@gmail.com
Phone: 347-770-2559
Website: www.allypsychotherapy.com

Last Updated on September 29, 2025