Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Allison Puryear, LCSW ("I," "me," or "my practice") collects, uses, and protects information gathered through this website (counselingforattorneys.com) and in the course of providing therapy services.

This policy should be read alongside the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices below, which governs the use and disclosure of your protected health information as a client.

Information Collected Through This Website

What I collect

This website does not use contact forms. If you reach out by phone or through the secure client portal linked from this site, I may collect:

• Your name and contact information
• The nature of your inquiry
• Any information you voluntarily provide during a consultation

Cookies and tracking

This website does not use analytics software, advertising trackers, or third-party tracking cookies. No data about your visit is shared with third parties. The only cookies that may be set are strictly necessary for the website to function — for example, to maintain a secure session if you access the client portal.

Because this site uses no tracking cookies, no cookie consent banner is required or displayed.

How I use website information

Information collected through this website is used only to respond to your inquiry and determine whether we may be a good fit to work together. It is never sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Who this notice applies to

This notice applies to all clients of Allison Puryear, LCSW, whether services are provided in person in Asheville, NC or via telehealth across North Carolina and Washington State.

Your protected health information

Protected health information (PHI) includes any information about your health, treatment, or payment that can be linked to you. This includes notes from sessions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and billing records.

How I use and disclose your information

I use and disclose your PHI only as permitted or required by law. The primary uses include:

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, and manage your care
• Payment: To process superbill requests or communicate with you about fees
• Operations: For internal administrative purposes necessary to run my practice

Disclosures required by law

I may be required to disclose your information without your consent in limited circumstances, including:

• When there is a serious and imminent threat to your safety or the safety of others
• When required by a court order or applicable law
• When reporting is mandated under child or elder abuse reporting laws
• When required for public health activities

Disclosures requiring your authorization

All other disclosures of your PHI require your written authorization, which you may revoke at any time. This includes sharing information with family members, employers, other treatment providers, or insurance companies (beyond what is described above).

Telehealth

Telehealth sessions are conducted through HIPAA-compliant platforms. While I take reasonable precautions to protect your privacy during telehealth sessions, you are responsible for ensuring that your own environment is private during sessions.

Minors

I do not provide therapy services to minors through this practice.

Your rights

As a client, you have the right to:

• Request access to your records
• Request corrections to your records
• Request restrictions on how your information is used or disclosed
• Receive a copy of this notice
• File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, contact me directly at the information below.

Filing a complaint

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with my practice or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. Filing a complaint will not affect your care.

Data Security

Client records are stored securely through HIPAA-compliant practice management software. Consultation requests submitted through the client portal are encrypted in transit and at rest. Session notes and clinical records are retained in accordance with North Carolina and Washington State professional licensing requirements.

This website is hosted on Netlify, which uses HTTPS encryption for all traffic. No clinical or personal health information is stored on this website.

Questions and Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact me directly:

Allison Puryear, LCSW
96 Central Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
828-333-3654

This policy was last updated in March 2025. I reserve the right to update this policy as required by law or changes in practice. Material changes will be noted with an updated date above.