Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy

Disclaimer

Effective Date: May 06, 2025

Welcome to the website of April McCarthy, LMHC ("we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

  1. Use of Website: This website provides information about mental health services offered by April McCarthy, LMHC, in Massachusetts. The content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

  2. No Surprises Act Notice: Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges for non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy. This estimate will be provided in writing prior to your first session upon request. You may learn more at CMS.gov.

  3. Social Media Policy: April McCarthy, LMHC does not accept new contact requests from current or former clients on personal social media accounts. Interactions via public comments or messages are discouraged and not considered secure. Any clinical contact should be conducted via phone, secure email, or your designated client portal.

  4. Intellectual Property: All content on this site (text, images, logo, etc.) is the property of April McCarthy, LMHC and may not be used or reproduced without permission.

  5. Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Effective Date: May 6, 2025

  1. Information We Collect: We may collect personal data via forms, emails, scheduling tools, or cookies. This includes:
    Contact information (name, email, phone)
    Information voluntarily submitted (e.g., messages through the contact form)
    Automatically collected data via cookies (see section 5)

  2. Use of Information: We use your information to:
    Respond to inquiries
    Provide scheduling and service information
    Improve website performance

  3. HIPAA Compliance: Any information shared by clients through secure forms or during the course of therapy is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We follow all federal and state guidelines for the protection and privacy of personal health information. No client health data is collected or stored through this website, except when using secure client portals or HIPAA-compliant forms. Emails sent via standard email channels may not be secure; please use the secure client portal when possible.

  4. Third-Party Services: We may use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve the website. These tools may collect anonymized data but do not access protected health information.

  5. Cookie Policy: This website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can disable cookies through your browser settings. By using this website, you consent to the use of cookies.

  6. Your Rights: Under HIPAA and other applicable laws, you have rights regarding your personal and health information, including access, amendment, and the right to receive a copy of your records. Contact us for assistance.

The content on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Visiting this website or contacting April McCarthy, LMHC does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

Do not use this site to communicate urgent or emergency issues. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.