Effective Date: January 2026
Website: www.abideincourage.com
Practice Name: Abide in Courage, a registered DBA of Abide in Courage Counseling, PLLC
 

1. Introduction

Abide in Courage (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information obtained through our website and counseling services, including both in-person and telehealth sessions.

 

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website or other direct contact. This may include:

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• Name, email address, and phone number

• Information submitted through our contact or inquiry forms

• Any information you share when scheduling or communicating with us about services

 

We do not use cookies, analytics tools, or third-party tracking software on our website.

 

3. Use of Information

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We use the information you provide solely to:

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• Respond to your inquiries and requests

• Schedule appointments or consultations

• Provide counseling services (in-person and telehealth)

• Maintain accurate client records as required by law

 

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing or commercial purposes.

 

4. HIPAA Compliance

Abide in Courage complies with all applicable federal and state privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

All client health information is stored and transmitted securely through SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant electronic health record (EHR) and telehealth platform.

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Email communication through Proton Mail is encrypted for added privacy, but clients are encouraged to limit personal health details in emails whenever possible.

 

5. Telehealth Privacy

For clients participating in telehealth sessions, Abide in Courage uses secure, HIPAA-compliant video technology. We take precautions to ensure privacy and confidentiality during all remote sessions.

 

6. Data Retention

Client records are maintained in accordance with state and federal requirements for clinical documentation. Non-clinical website inquiries are retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the communication.

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7. Your Rights

 

You have the right to:

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• Request access to or copies of your records

• Request corrections to inaccurate information

• Request restrictions on how your information is used or shared

• Receive an accounting of disclosures as required by law

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly using the information below.

 

8. Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. While we take every precaution, no online communication can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

 

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to other resources for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external websites.

 

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The revised version will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

 

11. Contact Information

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

 

Abide in Courage
Crystal Lake, Illinois
📧 Email: ryan@abideincourage.com
🌐 Website: www.abideincourage.com