Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 5, 2023

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices and procedures followed by Authentic Journeys: Counselling & Psychotherapy Services (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company”) regarding the use of cookies on our website. In compliance with applicable Canadian laws, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information collected via cookies. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and store such information. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the terms and conditions of this policy.

  1. Definitions

    a. "Cookies" refer to small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. Cookies are used to store certain information about your preferences and interactions with the website.

    b. "Personal Information" refers to any information that can identify an individual, either alone or in combination with other information.

  2. Information We Collect

    a. We may collect Personal Information through the use of cookies. This may include, but is not limited to, your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and browsing behavior on our website.

    b. We employ various types of cookies, including necessary cookies (essential for the functioning of our website) and analytical cookies (used to analyze and improve user experience).

  3. Use of Cookies

    a. We use cookies to provide customized features and tailor our website to your preferences.

    b. Cookies enable us to gather information about your usage patterns, track website traffic, and analyze demographic data to enhance our services.

    c. We may also use cookies from third-party service providers to optimize advertising campaigns or gather statistical information.

  4. Cookie Management

    a. You have the option to accept or decline cookies through the pop-up cookie banner when visiting this website. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent.

    b. Blocking or disabling cookies may limit certain features of our website. Please note that some third-party services may also rely on cookies, and by blocking them, you may encounter difficulties while accessing those services.

  5. Third-Party Disclosure

    a. We may share non-personally identifiable information collected through cookies with third-party service providers to facilitate website analysis and marketing activities.

    b. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personal Information to external parties unless we have your consent or are required by law to do so.

  6. Security

    a. We maintain reasonable security measures to protect the Personal Information collected through cookies.

    b. However, no data transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information. You acknowledge and accept any potential risks involved in providing your Personal Information.

  7. Links to Third-Party Websites

    a. Our website may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy only applies to our website, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any linked websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites.

  8. Changes to Privacy Policy

    a. We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically for any updates.

  9. Contact Us

    a. If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our practices related to cookies, please contact us at info@authenticjourneystherapy.ca.

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.