Dora Jurisic Psychotherapy (“I,” “me,” or “the practice”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit my website, submit information through contact forms, or participate in psychotherapy services either in person or through Telehealth.
This page combines both:
Website Privacy Policy (covers information collected through this website)
Notice of Privacy Practices / HIPAA (covers Protected Health Information shared in therapy)
If you have any questions, please contact me at:
📧 dora@dorajurisic.com
📍 Hermosa Beach, California
📞 626-514-0745
Privacy Policy for Dora Jurisic, LMFT
Individual and Couples Counseling in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles & Online Throughout California
626.514.0745
2615 Pacific Coast Hwy,, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Individual and Couples Counseling in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles & Online Throughout California
1. WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY
Information I Collect on This Website
When you visit dorajurisic.com or submit information through my contact form, I may collect:
Information You Provide
Your name
Email address
Phone number
Any details you choose to include in a contact form message
Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, this site may collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages viewed
Cookies or analytics data
This information is used to understand website performance, ensure security, and improve user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser at any time.
How Website Information Is Used
Website-related information may be used to:
Respond to your inquiries or scheduling requests
Improve site performance and marketing
Maintain website security
Comply with legal obligations
Your information will never be sold or shared with third-party advertisers.
Third-Party Services
This website may use reputable third-party services for:
Website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
Scheduling or contact form management
Email communication
These vendors may collect limited data as necessary to provide their services, but they are not permitted to sell or misuse your information.
California Privacy Rights (CalOPPA & CPRA/CCPA Basics)
Because this practice is based in California:
You may request what personal information has been collected about you.
You may request that your personal information be corrected or deleted, where applicable.
You may opt out of certain data collection used for analytics or marketing.
These rights apply to website-related personal information only because clinical records are governed separately under HIPAA (see below).
Security of Website Data
I take reasonable steps to protect your information, including SSL encryption and secure third-party platforms.
However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, so contacting me through the website should be considered informational rather than confidential.
Once therapy begins, all clinical communication takes place through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems.
2. NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES (HIPAA)
This section describes how your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used and disclosed during the course of psychotherapy. It also describes your rights regarding your health information.
My Legal Duty
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #146513), I am required by law to:
Maintain the confidentiality of your PHI
Provide you with this notice
Follow the terms of this notice
How Your PHI May Be Used or Disclosed
1. For Treatment
I may use and disclose PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your care.
This may include:
Clinical consultation (only with your consent or de-identification)
Coordination with other providers if you request this
I will not share any information with others without your written consent.
2. For Payment
If you use superbills, insurance reimbursement, or other payment-related services, I may disclose necessary information (e.g., dates of service, diagnosis).
I do not work directly with insurance and only disclose information you authorize.
3. For Healthcare Operations
Used to support business activities such as:
Licensing or supervision requirements
Record-keeping practices
Any such use is minimal and HIPAA-compliant.
4. Uses and Disclosures Requiring Written Authorization
You must sign a written authorization for:
Release of psychotherapy notes
Sharing information with another provider
Communication with family members or partners
Any use or disclosure not covered by HIPAA exceptions
You may revoke authorization at any time in writing.
5. Exceptions Required by Law
I may be required to disclose PHI without consent only in the following situations:
If you are at imminent risk of harming yourself or someone else
Suspected child, elder, or dependent adult abuse
Court order or other legal mandate
Serious threat to public safety
These disclosures are narrowly limited to what the law requires.
Your Rights Regarding PHI
1. Right to Access
You may request to inspect or receive copies of your clinical records.
Requests must be in writing.
2. Right to Amend
If you believe information in your record is incorrect, you may request an amendment in writing.
I may deny the request, but you may submit a statement of disagreement.
3. Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You may request a list of disclosures of your PHI made without your authorization.
4. Right to Request Restrictions
You may request limits on how your information is used or disclosed.
I am not required to agree, but I will attempt to honor reasonable requests.
5. Right to Request Confidential Communications
You may request to be contacted at a specific phone number, email, or mailing address.
6. Right to a Paper or Digital Copy of This Notice
You may request a copy at any time.
Telehealth (Online Therapy) Privacy
I offer Telehealth services through:
SimplePractice (HIPAA-secure)
Zoom for Healthcare (HIPAA-secure)
All video sessions are encrypted.
As with all digital communication, there are inherent risks; by using Telehealth, you acknowledge these risks.
You must be located in California at the time of Telehealth services.
Record Storage & Data Security
Clinical records are stored securely according to HIPAA standards.
Digital records are encrypted and protected by passwords and administrative safeguards.
Records are retained for the period required by California law.
Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date and apply to all existing and future information.
