Website Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 5, 2026
Note: This policy covers this website (cookies, forms, analytics). It does not replace the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs client health records and treatment information. See our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Who We Are
This website is operated by Catherine Hodge, LMHC ("we," "us," "our"), a licensed mental health counselor providing counseling and wellness services in Tampa, Florida.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Automatically collected information, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and pages visited, gathered through cookies and analytics tools.
Analytics data via Google Analytics (GA4), which helps us understand how visitors use the site. Google's own privacy practices are described at policies.google.com/privacy.
We do not collect health information, appointment details, or clinical notes through this website. Any information shared through our secure Client Portal is governed separately by our HIPAA-compliant practice management system, not by this website.
Cookies
This site uses cookies to operate correctly and to understand site usage. You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner/preferences link at the bottom of the site.
Essential cookies — required for the website to function (e.g., page navigation, security). These cannot be turned off.
Non-essential cookies — used for analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us improve the site. You may opt out of these while still using the site normally.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
Understand and improve how visitors use our website
Maintain the security and proper functioning of the site
We do not sell your personal information.
Sharing of Information
We do not share your personal information with third parties except:
Service providers who help us operate the site (e.g., Google Analytics, our website hosting platform)
When required by law
Your Choices
You may:
Decline non-essential cookies via the cookie banner
Contact us at chodgelmhc@gmail.com with any questions or requests about your data
Data Retention
We do not collect personal information directly through this website beyond standard analytics data, which is retained according to Google Analytics' default retention settings. Any information you share as a client is handled separately under our HIPAA policies, not this one.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy can be directed to: Catherine Hodge, LMHC 3825 Henderson Blvd, Suite 601, Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 906-9660