Last Updated: March 26, 2026

1. Introduction

Essential Speech and ABA Therapy (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, submit forms, or communicate with us, including through SMS and email.

By using our website or providing your information, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Contact Information

We may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details when you submit a form, request information, or communicate with us.

Communications Data

If you opt in to receive SMS or email communications, we collect and maintain records of your consent, preferences, and opt-out activity.

Usage and Device Information

We may use cookies, pixels, and analytics tools to collect information about how you interact with our website. This may include IP address, browser type, pages visited, and general interaction data.

Service-Related Information

If you engage with our services, we may collect information necessary to support those interactions.

Encryption

All form submissions on this website are encrypted during transmission.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested information
  • Communicate regarding services, appointments, and support
  • Send SMS and email communications that you have explicitly consented to receive
  • Improve website performance and marketing effectiveness
  • Maintain records of consent and compliance
  • Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, or misuse

4. SMS and Mobile Data Protection

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any parties, except for aggregators and providers of text message services necessary to deliver communications.

5. Limited Information Disclosure

We do not sell personal information.

We may disclose information only in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

Information may be provided to vendors that support essential business functions such as communication delivery, scheduling systems, customer support tools, and analytics. These providers are only permitted to use information as necessary to perform services on our behalf.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect the safety and rights of our organization and users.

Business Transfers

If our organization undergoes a business transition such as a merger or acquisition, information may be transferred as part of that process, subject to continued protection under this policy.

Required Disclosure Statement

All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the text message services.

6. HIPAA Compliance

Essential Speech and ABA Therapy complies with all applicable privacy regulations regarding Personal Health Information (PHI):

  • PHI is used only for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations
  • PHI is not used for marketing or fundraising purposes
  • PHI is never sold
  • PHI is only disclosed to a child’s legal guardian with proper authorization
  • PHI may be disclosed without authorization only when required by law

Communication involving PHI is limited to secure and compliant methods, including phone, encrypted messaging, or in-person communication.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how our website is used. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While we take strong precautions, no system can guarantee complete security.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your Personal Health Information
  • Request corrections to your information
  • Request limitations on how your information is used
  • Revoke previously granted permissions
  • Request a record of access to your Personal Health Information (within applicable timeframes)
  • We do not charge fees for accessing your records.

10. Notifications and Complaints

We will notify you if we become aware of unauthorized access to your Personal Health Information.

You have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your rights have been violated.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Essential Speech and ABA Therapy

Email: info@speechandaba.com