Privacy Policy for Sheik Empowerment Therapy, LLC

Effective Date: January 1, 2015

Last Updated: August 29, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how **Sheik Empowerment Therapy, LLC** (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal and health information. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your information in compliance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Florida state-specific regulations.

By using our website (www.sheikempowerment.com) and our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with high-quality mental health services. The types of information we collect include:

• Personal Information: Name, address, email, phone, DOB, emergency contacts.

• Protected Health Information (PHI): Mental health history, symptoms, diagnoses, treatment plans, billing information.

• Technical Information: Anonymized website data such as IP, browser type, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information primarily for Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO):

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, and manage your care.

• Payment: To process payments and insurance claims (via Alma, a HIPAA-compliant platform with a BAA).

• Healthcare Operations: Quality improvement, staff training, and record management.

• Communication: Appointment reminders and schedule updates.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We use multiple safeguards:

• Administrative Safeguards: Staff training, privacy protocols.

• Technical Safeguards: Encryption, secure systems, multi-factor authentication.

• Physical Safeguards: Locked paper records.

• Business Associates: Vendors (e.g., Alma) are bound by HIPAA-compliant BAAs.

4. Limits of Confidentiality & Disclosures

We will not share your PHI without written authorization, except: • For Treatment, Payment, and Operations.

• Required by Law: Abuse reporting, court orders.

• To Prevent Harm: If you pose imminent risk to self/others.

• For Oversight: Regulatory audits and inspections.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access & Copies of records.

• Request Amendments.

• Request an Accounting of Disclosures.

• Request Restrictions (may not always be granted). • Request Confidential Communications.

• Be Notified of Breaches (within 60 days).

6. Electronic Communication Risks

We use secure systems for email, text, and telehealth, but no method is 100% risk-free. By choosing these methods, you acknowledge these risks.

7. Website & Cookies

Our site may use cookies and analytics to track usage (anonymized). You can disable cookies via your browser settings.

8. Policy on Minors

We comply with COPPA. For therapy, Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 456.057) gives parents access to records, though information may be withheld if disclosure harms the child.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time. Significant changes will be posted on our website and/or emailed. Updates are effective immediately.

10. Contact Us

Sheik Empowerment Therapy, LLC Phone: (321) 430-8211

Email: mani39739@gmail.com

Website: www.sheikempowerment.com

Address: 9100 Conroy Windermere Road

suite 200 Windermere, Florida 34786

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office for Civil Rights.

Key Points (Plain Language Summary)

• We use your info only for care, billing, and operations.

• We protect your info with strong security systems.

• You have rights to see, change, and limit your records.

• We may share info only if required by law, insurance/payment, or to prevent harm. • Vendors like Alma are legally bound to protect your data.

Disclaimer

This privacy policy is provided as a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Laws may change, and requirements may vary by state. Please consult with a qualified healthcare attorney to ensure full compliance.