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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 1, 2025
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Nick Erber-LaPierre, PLLC ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals who visit our website, www.nickerber-lapierre.com, and to protecting the confidentiality of personal and health-related information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Washington Uniform Health Care Information Act (RCW 70.02), and other applicable laws.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or interact with us online.

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1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information
When you voluntarily contact us via the Site, email, or phone, you may provide personal information including, but not limited to:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Reason for inquiry or interest in services

Please do not include sensitive clinical or medical information in messages sent through the Site’s contact form or email.

b. Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you become a client of our practice, we may collect PHI as defined by HIPAA. This includes any information about your health status, mental health condition, provision of healthcare services, or payment for healthcare that can be linked to you.

PHI is collected through secure methods (e.g., encrypted intake forms, HIPAA-compliant client portals) and is never collected through this public website.

c. Website Usage Data
We may collect non-identifiable information through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Browser type and settings

  • Device and operating system

  • IP address

  • Pages visited and time spent on the Site

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and appointment requests

  • Provide mental health services to clients under applicable licensure and ethical standards

  • Improve website performance and security

  • Communicate updates and service-related information

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI)

All PHI is handled in accordance with HIPAA and Washington State privacy laws. We will only use or disclose PHI for purposes of:

  • Treatment

  • Payment

  • Healthcare operations

Other uses or disclosures require your written authorization, unless otherwise permitted or required by law (e.g., mandatory reporting, legal proceedings, or emergencies involving harm to self or others).

We are required to:

  • Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI

  • Notify you in the event of a breach involving your PHI

  • Provide a Notice of Privacy Practices upon intake that outlines your rights as a client

4. Sharing Information with Third Parties

We do not sell or share your personal information with marketers or unrelated third parties. We may share information with:

  • HIPAA-compliant service providers (e.g., EHR platforms, billing processors)

  • Legal or regulatory bodies when required by law

  • Emergency services, when necessary to prevent harm

All business associates and subcontractors are bound by HIPAA obligations and confidentiality agreements.

5. Your Rights (Under HIPAA and Washington Law)

As a Washington State resident and a client of our practice, you have the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of your health records

  • Request corrections to your PHI

  • Request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your PHI

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

  • Revoke authorizations in writing

  • File a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at nick@nickerber-lapierre.com or 253-242-3305.

6. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal and health-related data. For example:

  • Our EHR system is HIPAA-compliant and encrypted

  • Access to PHI is restricted to authorized personnel only

  • Our email communication is limited to administrative topics unless explicitly consented to

Please note: Communication via email or web forms is not guaranteed to be secure. Use our secure client portal for sensitive communications.

7. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for or directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental or legal guardian consent.

8. Links to Other Sites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies separately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Continued use of the Site after any updates indicates acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Nick Erber-LaPierre, PLLC
707 S. Grady Way, Suite 600
Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 253-242-3305
Email: nick@nickerber-lapierre.com

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