Advantage Counseling Services is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share personal information collected through our website.

 

1. Information We Collect

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We collect personal information you provide to us, such as your name, contact information (email address, phone number), and any information you may provide through forms on our website. We collect this information to provide you with our services and respond to your inquiries.

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2. How We Use Your Information

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The personal information we collect is used to:

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• Communicate with you about our services

• Respond to inquiries or requests

• Schedule or confirm appointments

• Send information about changes to our services or policies, if necessary

 

If you opt-in to receive SMS messages, we may use your phone number to send you the types of SMS messages you specify, such as appointment reminders or informational updates.

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3. Sharing of Personal Information

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We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except as required by law or to protect the safety of you or others. We may use third-party service providers for administrative purposes, who are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding any data they handle on our behalf.

 

SMS Consent: We respect your privacy regarding SMS communication. We collect phone numbers for the purpose of contacting clients regarding appointments and services but do not share phone numbers or SMS consent information with third parties. Your phone number will not be used for SMS communications unless you have explicitly opted in through our consent checkbox.

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4. SMS Consent for Optional Communications

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We respect your privacy regarding SMS communication. We collect phone numbers for the purpose of contacting clients regarding appointments and services but do not share phone numbers or SMS consent information with third parties. Your phone number will not be used for SMS communications unless you have explicitly opted in through our consent checkbox. This checkbox is specific to SMS messages only and does not imply consent for other types of communication (e.g., email or phone calls).

 

Types of SMS Messages You May Receive:

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• Informational messages regarding service inquiries.

• Informational messages regarding appointments.

• Updates about changes to our services.

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You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS communication or contacting us at (818) 763-6615.

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5. Data Security

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We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, please note that no method of electronic transmission is entirely secure.

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6. Your Rights

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You may contact us to update or correct your personal information or to request additional details about how we use your data.

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7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please review this page for the latest information.

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8. Contact Us

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For questions about this Privacy Policy, or to make a request related to your information, please contact us at (818) 763-6615.

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