Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 11, 2025

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Welcome to  Counseling with Shanti ("Website"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our Website.

By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use the Website.

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1. Information We Collect:

We collect the following types of information when you use our Website:

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A. Personal Information You Provide

• When you contact us via forms, email, or phone, you may provide personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any additional information you provide in your inquiry

 

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may collect certain information automatically, such as:

• Your IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited and time spent on the Website

• Referring website or source

 

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

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2. How We Use Your Information:

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries and provide counseling services.

• To improve our Website and tailor content to users.

• To maintain security and prevent fraud.

• To comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

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3. Sharing of Information:

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist in operating the Website, such as hosting services or analytics providers.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, such as in response to legal requests or subpoenas.

• Business Transfers: If Counseling with Shanti is involved in a business merger, sale, or transfer, your personal data may be transferred to the new entity.

 

4. Data Security:

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no online data transmission is 100% secure. By using the Website, you acknowledge that we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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5. Your Rights and Choices:

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access & Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal data.

• Opt-Out of Communications: If you receive emails from us, you can opt out at any time by contacting us.

• Delete Your Data: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at shanti@barbaraujones.com

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6. Third-Party Links:

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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7. Children's Privacy:

This Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us to remove it.

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8. Changes to This Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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9. Contact Information:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Dr. Shanti Jones Ph.D.
Email: shanti@barbaraujones.com
Phone: 575.779.4627
P.O. Box 1084
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.

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