Notice of Privacy Practices

Effective Date: April 21, 2025

Common Signs of Complex Trauma

At The Trauma Institute, protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal health information is a core part of our commitment to ethical, compassionate care. This Notice explains how your health information may be used, shared, and protected, as well as your rights regarding that information.

By engaging in services with our practice, you acknowledge that you have received access to this Notice.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We are required by applicable law, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), to maintain the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI). PHI includes information that may identify you and relates to your physical or mental health, treatment, or payment for healthcare services.
We are required to:

How We May Use or Share Your Information

We may use or disclose your health information for the following purposes:

Treatment

To provide therapy and coordinate care when clinically appropriate.

Examples may include:

Payment

To bill and collect payment for services rendered.

Healthcare Operations

To run our practice, improve services, maintain records, and communicate regarding appointments or administrative matters.

Required by Law

We may disclose information when required by federal or state law, including court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory investigations.

Safety and Public Health

We may disclose information when necessary to:

Business Associates

We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our practice and are legally required to protect your privacy.

How We May Use or Share Your Information

We will obtain your written permission before using or sharing your information for:
You may revoke authorization in writing at any time, unless action has already been taken.

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