Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 6, 2026
Courtney Becker Psychotherapy ("the Practice," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share when visiting this website.
This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected through this website, how it is used, and the choices you have regarding your information.
Information We Collect
When you complete the contact form on this website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
First name
Last name
Email address
Phone number
Preferred method of contact
Whether you are currently located in California
Any information you choose to include in your message
Please do not submit confidential medical information, detailed personal health information, or urgent concerns through the website contact form.
How We Use Your Information
Information submitted through this website may be used to:
Respond to your inquiry
Answer questions about services
Determine whether services may be appropriate
Schedule an initial consultation, if appropriate
Communicate regarding potential therapy services
Submitting a contact form does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
Cookies and Website Analytics
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand how visitors use the site.
We may use:
Squarespace Analytics
Google Analytics
These services may collect information such as:
Browser type
Device type
IP address (in accordance with each provider's privacy policies)
Pages visited
Time spent on the website
General website usage information
This information is used in aggregate to better understand website traffic and improve the visitor experience. It is not used to personally identify visitors or for targeted advertising.
Third-Party Services
This website utilizes trusted third-party service providers to operate certain features. These providers may process limited information as necessary to provide their services.
Services may include:
Squarespace – Website hosting and website functionality
Google Workspace – Email communications and secure receipt of website inquiries
SimplePractice – Client portal, scheduling, secure intake forms, and practice management
Each provider maintains its own privacy and security practices.
Email and Website Communications
Messages submitted through the website contact form are delivered to Courtney Becker through Google Workspace and may also be securely organized within the practice's internal administrative systems.
Website contact forms and standard email should not be used to communicate confidential clinical information or emergency concerns.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911, go to your nearest emergency department, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Client Information
Information submitted through this website is not considered part of your clinical record unless you become a client.
If you become a client, your Protected Health Information (PHI) will be collected, maintained, and protected in accordance with the Practice's Notice of Privacy Practices and applicable federal and California law.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are used to help protect information collected through this website.
However, no method of electronic transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.
Courtney Becker Psychotherapy is not responsible for the privacy or security practices of external websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Information Submitted by Minors
If you are under 12 years of age, please ask a parent or legal guardian to contact the Practice on your behalf.
If you are 12 years of age or older and are seeking therapy services, you are welcome to contact the Practice directly. Please note that California law governs when minors may consent to mental health treatment without the involvement of a parent or legal guardian. Any questions regarding consent and confidentiality can be discussed during the consultation process.
Please do not include confidential medical information or detailed personal information in the website contact form. Information necessary for treatment will be collected through secure intake procedures if services are established.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in applicable laws, technology, or practice operations.
The most current version will always be posted on this website with the updated effective date.
Contact
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Courtney Becker, LMFT #164046
Courtney Becker Psychotherapy
1303 San Carlos Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070