Privacy Policy
Spes Et Fortitudo Counseling, PLLC
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 24, 2026
At Spes Et Fortitudo Counseling, PLLC, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the third-party services that help us provide our website and counseling services.
Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you complete a contact form, request information, or otherwise communicate with us through our website, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Any information you choose to include in your message
Please do not submit confidential medical or mental health information through the website contact form. If you become a client, secure communication will take place through our client portal.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Operating system
Pages visited
Date and time of your visit
Referring website
General location information based on IP address
This information helps us improve the functionality, security, and performance of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to your inquiries
Schedule consultations or appointments
Provide information about our services
Improve our website and user experience
Maintain website security
Comply with applicable legal and ethical obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Remember website preferences
Improve website functionality
Analyze website traffic
Enhance user experience
Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses trusted third-party providers that may collect or process information on our behalf.
Squarespace
Our website is hosted by Squarespace. Squarespace may collect technical information, cookies, analytics, and server logs necessary to operate and secure the website.
For more information, please review Squarespace’s Privacy Policy: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy
SimplePractice
We use SimplePractice for secure online scheduling, client communications, intake paperwork, telehealth services, and our client portal.
Information submitted through SimplePractice is governed by its own privacy and security practices.
For more information, please review SimplePractice’s Privacy Policy: https://www.simplepractice.com/privacy/
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information submitted through our website. However, no method of electronic transmission or internet storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through our website.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you reside, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information we maintain, subject to applicable law.
If you have questions regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
Contact
Spes Et Fortitudo Counseling
Email: marie@spesetfortitudocounseling.com
Phone: 682-593-9196