Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/10/2025

MBS Integrative Psychiatry (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.mbsipsychiatry.com/.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you submit a contact form, request an appointment, or sign up for services, we may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Date of birth
• Medical or mental health-related information (if voluntarily provided)

b. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personally identifiable information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring website or search engine

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries or appointment requests
• Provide and manage mental health services
• Send important service-related communications
• Improve our website and user experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Protection of Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information, including:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption
• Access controls to protect data
• Regular security assessments

However, no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information:

• With trusted service providers who help us operate our website or manage communications, under confidentiality agreements
• If required by law, court order, or to comply with legal processes
• To protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others

5. HIPAA Compliance

As a mental health practice, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Protected Health Information (PHI) that is collected during the provision of services is used and disclosed only in accordance with HIPAA rules. For more information, please see our Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request or during your visit. 

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such websites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track site usage. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function properly.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal data from a child under 13, we will delete such information from our records.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal limitations

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy periodically. 

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

MBS Integrative Psychiatry
Website: https://www.mbsipsychiatry.com
Phone: 530-435-5048
Address: 214 E Lake Street, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067