Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 5, 2026

1. Introduction Welcome to Barefoot and Grounded Counseling. Your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit our website (barefootgroundednc.com).

2. Information We Do Not Collect To ensure your maximum privacy and security, this website is designed strictly for informational purposes. We do not collect, store, or process any personal health information (PHI), medical records, or personal identification data directly through this website. We do not use contact forms, intake questionnaires, or patient portals on barefootgroundednc.com.

3. Third-Party Scheduling and Patient Portals All client scheduling, intake paperwork, and secure messaging are handled exclusively through our third-party partner, Grow Therapy. When you click “Schedule on Grow” or any appointment link on our site, you are navigated away from barefootgroundednc.com to a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform managed by Grow Therapy. Any information you provide on their platform is governed strictly by Grow Therapy’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

4. Email Communications If you choose to contact Barefoot and Grounded Counseling directly via our email address, please be aware that standard email is not a completely secure or encrypted form of communication. We strongly advise against sending sensitive personal health information, medical details, or emergency requests via email. By choosing to email us, you acknowledge and accept the inherent privacy risks of standard email communication.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics This website may use basic, industry-standard cookies (small text files placed on your browser) to ensure the site functions properly and to help us understand general, anonymized traffic patterns (such as how many people visit the site). These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information or track your health data. You can choose to disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.

6. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

7. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at: Email: info@barefootgroundednc.com