PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: December 16, 2025

Owner: Julia Brown, MA, LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate

Practice Name: Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC

Licensed in: Texas - LPC #, LMFT #

Contact Email: info@tumbleweedandsagecounseling.com
Website: https://www.tumbleweedandsagecounseling.com

INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy explains how I, Julia Brown, MA, LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate, owner of Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC, collect, use, and protect personal information through this website (https://www.tumbleweedandsagecounseling.com) in accordance with federal laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and applicable laws in Texas. By using this site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

INFORMATION I COLLECT

PERSONAL INFORMATION (which may be protected health information under HIPAA):

Name
Email address
Phone number
Any information you voluntarily submit via contact forms or intake forms

NON-PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Browser type
IP address
Date and time of visits
Pages visited

This information may be collected through cookies or analytics tools to improve the website's functionality and performance.

HOW YOUR INFORMATION IS USED

Your information may be used to:

Respond to your inquiries or requests
Provide therapy or consultation services
Send appointment or administrative updates
Comply with legal, ethical, or licensing obligations

Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC does not sell, rent, or share your personal information without your written consent, unless required by law.

DATA SECURITY

Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC follows HIPAA-compliant practices to protect your personal and health information.

Electronic records are securely stored and encrypted when possible
Access to sensitive information is restricted to authorized individuals only
Contact forms and client communication tools are selected for their security features

Please be aware that no method of internet transmission is completely secure. Use discretion when sharing sensitive information online.

COOKIES AND ANALYTICS

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to collect anonymous usage data and track visitor behavior (e.g., pages visited, time on site). This helps improve the user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC may use services like Google Analytics, which collect general site usage data, but do not collect personal health information.

THIRD-PARTY TOOLS AND LINKS

If you access third-party services through this website (e.g., teletherapy platform, appointment scheduling, or email communication), please note that these services have their own privacy policies. Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC is not responsible for the content or practices of external websites.

Examples may include:

Telehealth platforms (e.g., SimplePractice, Google Meet)
Scheduling systems
Secure client communication portals

TELEHEALTH AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC provides telehealth services through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. You will be asked to complete an Informed Consent for Telehealth before services begin.

As a licensed therapist, I adhere to federal and state confidentiality laws. However, confidentiality may be legally broken in the following situations:

Suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or vulnerable adult
Serious threats of harm to self
Serious threats of harm to others
Court orders or legal subpoenas requiring disclosure

YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

You have the right to:

Request access to your records
Request corrections to your information
Request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your information
Withdraw consent for certain communications (where applicable)
File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, contact Julia Brown using the information provided below.

MINORS PRIVACY

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC does not knowingly collect information from children without verified parental or guardian consent. Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling DOES NOT engage or contact anyone under the age of 18 years old.

UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. The effective date at the top of the page will be updated accordingly. Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of any changes.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact:

Julia Brown, MA, LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate
Tumbleweed and Sage Counseling, LLC
Licensed in Texas - LPC #, LMFT #

Email: info@tumbleweedandsagecounseling.com
Website: https://www.tumbleweedandsagecounseling.com