Last updated: 6/25/2025

1. Terms and Conditions of Use

1.1. Use of Website

This site is for general informational purposes only. By accessing and using this site, you agree to use it lawfully and not to engage in any activity that may harm the website, its content, or its users.

You may not:

• Attempt unauthorized access to any part of the site

• Reproduce or distribute site content without permission

• Use automated systems to extract data

1.2. Intellectual Property

All text, logos, images, and design on this site are the property of Mindstead Psychiatry, LLC or licensed third parties. No part of the site may be copied or reused without written permission.

1.3. External Links

Links to third-party websites are provided for your convenience. We do not control or endorse these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

2. Legal Disclaimer

2.1. No Medical Advice

The information on this site is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Using this website does not establish a provider-patient relationship.

2.2. Emergency Disclaimer

This website is not monitored for emergencies. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

2.3. Geographic Scope

Mindstead Psychiatry, LLC provides telehealth services only to individuals located in states where our clinicians are licensed to practice. We cannot provide care outside of these jurisdictions.

2.4. Limitation of Liability

Mindstead Psychiatry, LLC is not liable for any harm or losses resulting from your use of this site. You use the site at your own risk.

3. Privacy Policy

This section explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, including protected health information (PHI), in accordance with applicable privacy laws and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

3.1. What Information We Collect

Through This Website:

• Basic information you choose to submit via forms (e.g., name, email, message)

• Non-personal browsing data via Google Analytics (e.g., pages visited, browser type, device)

Through Clinical Services (via PracticeQ):

• Identifiable personal and health information (PHI)

• Intake forms, session notes, billing info

We do not collect sensitive health data through this general website directly. That occurs only through our secure platform, PracticeQ.

3.2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries submitted via contact forms

• Improve website performance

• Deliver clinical services via secure portals (PracticeQ)

• Process billing and insurance

3.3. How We Share Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share information only:

• With your consent

• As required by law

• With service providers under HIPAA-compliant agreements (e.g., PracticeQ)

3.4. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)

Under HIPAA, you have specific rights regarding your protected health information (PHI), including:

Your Rights:

• To access and request copies of your PHI

• To request corrections

• To receive an accounting of disclosures

• To request limits on how your PHI is used or shared

• To receive confidential communications in a manner you request

• To file a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

Our Responsibilities:

• We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your PHI

• We will notify you in case of a data breach involving your PHI

• We will not use or disclose your PHI without your written authorization, except as permitted or required by law

To request a full HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact us.

3.5. Cookies and Analytics

This site uses Google Analytics to track anonymous visitor behavior (e.g., time on page, browser type). This helps us improve site functionality. You can opt out via browser settings or tools provided by Google.

3.6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures and HIPAA-compliant platforms (e.g., PracticeQ) to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we take all reasonable precautions to protect your data.

3.7. Your Consent

By using this website, you consent to the collection and use of information as outlined in this policy.

4. Changes to This Policy

We may update these terms and policies periodically. Updates will be posted here with the new effective date. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

5. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your rights under HIPAA, please contact at mindsteadpsychiatry@gmail.com