Privacy and Confidentiality Policy

Last updated February 1, 2026

Protecting client confidentially is a priority. Information submitted through this website is used solely for the purpose of responding to inquiries. This website does not provide therapy services or establish therapist-client relationship. A formal therapeutic relationship begins only after informed consent documents are completed. Please see the full Privacy Policy for additional information.

Jennifer Hokel, LMHC is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through this website, www.jenniferhokelmhc.com.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined below.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit through the Site, including but not limited to:

·       Name

·       Email address

·       Phone number

·       Information submitted through contact or consultation request forms

Important: This website is not intended for emergency communications and should not be used to submit sensitive or time-critical mental health information.

2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

·       IP address

·       Browser type

·       Device information

·       Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

This information is used for website administration, analytics, and to improve user experience.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this Site may be used to:

·       Respond to inquiries or consultation requests

·       Communicate regarding services offered

·       Improve website performance and content

·       Maintain website security and functionality

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

HIPAA & Protected Health Information (PHI)

This Site is not intended to collect Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Submitting information through this Site does not establish a therapist-client relationship and should not include clinical, diagnostic, or treatment-related information.

Once you become a client, you will receive a separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices governing how your protected health information is used and disclosed.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This Site may use cookies or similar technologies to:

·       Analyze website traffic

·       Improve functionality

·       Understand visitor behavior

You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies; however, doing so may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers such as website hosting, analytics, or scheduling tools) to support Site operations. These providers have access only to the information necessary to perform their services and are obligated to maintain confidentiality.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites linked from this Site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information submitted through this Site. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe information from a child has been submitted, please contact us so it may be removed.

Your Rights & Choices

You may request to:

·       Access or update your personal information

·       Withdraw consent to communications

·       Request deletion of information submitted through the Site

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices of this Site, please contact:

Jennifer Hoke, LMHC
jenniferhoke.mhc@gmail.com
407-720-5337