Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 01, 2025

Monica Erdosh, LCSW, is committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit this website or engage in therapeutic services.

By using monicaerdosh.com, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Protected Health Information (PHI) and HIPAA Compliance

As a licensed psychotherapist, Monica Erdosh adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any Protected Health Information (PHI) you share in the context of therapy is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and is never disclosed without your written consent, unless required by law.

HIPAA protections apply specifically to:

  • Your identity and contact information

  • Therapy session notes and records

  • Diagnosis or treatment details

  • Any communication or documentation related to your care

All PHI is stored securely, and electronic communications (including telehealth) are conducted via HIPAA-compliant platforms such as SimplePractice.

2. Information Collected Through This Website

This website may collect the following non-PHI information:

  • Name and email address (if you submit a contact form)

  • Any message you voluntarily submit via the contact form

  • Basic website analytics (IP address, browser type, time on site) via Google Analytics

This data is used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Improve user experience and site functionality

  • Ensure website security

Note: This website does not request or collect sensitive health information. Therapy-related communications should take place through secure, HIPAA-compliant channels only.

3. Use of Cookies

This website may use cookies to enhance user experience and track general site usage. You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. No personally identifiable information is stored through cookies.

4. Confidentiality of Email & Contact Forms

Please note that email communication and web contact forms are not HIPAA-compliant. Do not use these channels to share confidential or clinical information. Once a professional relationship is established, secure communication will occur via Monica’s HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, SimplePractice.

5. Third-Party Tools & Embedded Content

This site may link to third-party sites (e.g., SimplePractice, Instagram) or embed content (e.g., videos or booking calendars). These platforms may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. Monica Erdosh, LCSW, is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal health information

  • Request corrections to your records

  • Limit disclosures

  • Receive a copy of this privacy notice

  • File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, please contact Monica directly using the contact details below.

7. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practice, technology, or law. Please review it regularly.

8. Contact Information

For any questions about this policy or your privacy rights, please contact:

Monica Erdosh, LCSW
Auburn, California
Email: monicaerdosh@gmail.com
Phone: (530) 889-0530