Website Privacy Policy
South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C.
Effective Date: November 10, 2026
South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C. ("the Practice") respects the privacy of individuals who visit our website, www.SouthShoreMHC.com. This Website Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when visitors access our website.
1. Website Information and Data Collection
Our website is intended to provide general information about our practice, mental health counseling services, and how to contact our office.
We do not offer online intake forms or request that visitors submit personal health information directly through our website.
Certain technical information may be collected automatically through website hosting services and related technologies, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, pages visited, and general website activity.
This information may be used to maintain website functionality, evaluate website performance, and improve the visitor experience.
2. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website is hosted through Wix and uses cookies and related technologies to support website functionality, security, and performance.
These technologies may include essential cookies, functional services, website analytics, and third-party services associated with embedded website features.
Our website provides a cookie consent management tool that allows visitors to review and manage their preferences for nonessential cookies and related technologies.
Visitors may also manage cookies through their browser settings.
3. Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services, including Wix and Google services such as Google Fonts and Google Maps. These providers may collect or process certain technical information in connection with their services.
Additional information about their privacy practices is available at:
The Practice does not control the independent privacy practices of third-party websites or services.
4. Telephone and Text Communications
Visitors may contact our practice using the telephone number provided on our website.
Our practice uses Weave, a communications platform that supports HIPAA-compliant telephone and text communications.
Information shared directly with the Practice through telephone or text communications is handled in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Visitors should be aware that electronic communications, including text messaging, may carry privacy risks depending on their device, carrier, and communication settings.
5. Patient Privacy and HIPAA
The Practice is committed to protecting the confidentiality of patient information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable New York State laws.
This Website Privacy Policy addresses information associated with use of our public website. It does not replace our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which describes how protected health information may be used and disclosed in connection with patient care.
Our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is available separately on our website.
6. Website Use and Patient Relationships
Information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes and does not constitute individualized medical or mental health advice.
Visiting this website does not establish a patient-provider relationship with South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C.
7. Information Security
We take reasonable steps to support the security and privacy of information associated with our website and communications.
However, no internet-based service or electronic communication method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Website Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, technology, or applicable privacy requirements.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
9. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Website Privacy Policy, please contact:
South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C.
167 Broadway
Amityville, NY
Phone: 631.579.3503
Website: www.SouthShoreMHC.com