Effective Date: May 21, 2026

Welcome to the website of Mindful Growth Therapy. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and disclosed when you visit this website or communicate through it.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through this website, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Any information you choose to provide when contacting the Practice

We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit the website, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the website
• General geographic location
• Referral source

This information may be collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

How Information Is Used

Information collected through this website may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries or consultation requests
• Communicate regarding services
• Schedule appointments
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Monitor website traffic and usage trends
• Maintain website security and functionality
• Comply with legal obligations

No Confidential or Emergency Communications

Please do not submit confidential, sensitive, or protected health information through this website, contact forms, or standard email communication.

Communication through this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

This website is not intended for emergency or crisis communication. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

HIPAA Notice

While this Practice takes reasonable steps to protect your privacy, information submitted through this website may not be fully secure or encrypted unless specifically stated otherwise.

If you become a client of the Practice, you will receive separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices documentation describing how protected health information is used and safeguarded in accordance with applicable law.

Third-Party Services

This website may use third-party platforms and services to support website functionality, design, scheduling, communication, and analytics.

These may include:

• Squarespace for website hosting and website functionality
• SimplePractice for scheduling, client portal, secure communications, and practice management services
• Google Analytics for website traffic analysis and performance monitoring
• Web Mastro for website design, development, and technical support services

These third-party providers may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies and terms of service.

The Practice does not control the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.

Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and analyze website traffic.

Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help websites function more effectively.

Google Analytics may collect information regarding website interactions, including pages visited, time spent on the site, device type, and general geographic region. This information is used in aggregate form to better understand website usage and improve user experience.

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used; however, some portions of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please visit:
Google Privacy & Terms

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under California privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), where applicable.

Subject to applicable exceptions, California residents may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information collected about them
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal information
• Request information regarding categories of personal information collected and disclosed
• Limit certain uses of sensitive personal information where applicable

The Practice does not sell personal information.

To make a privacy-related request, please contact:

MIndful Growth Therapy

Email: sgrajales@mindfulgrowththerapyca.com
Mailing Address: 420 N Twin Oaks Valley #214 San Marcos, CA 92069-1709

The Practice may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.

Data Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are used to help protect information submitted through this website.

However, no method of electronic transmission, storage, or internet communication can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, the Practice cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted online.

External Links

This website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. The Practice is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. The Practice does not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

Mindful Growth Therapy
Stephanie Grajales, LCSW
420 N Twin Oaks Valley #214 San Marcos, CA 92069-1709
sgrajales@mindfulgrowththerapyca.com

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact the Practice using the information above.