Privacy Policy

Shine Psychiatry, PLLC

Effective Date: 1/01/2026

Shine Psychiatry (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our website and online services. This policy applies to website visitors, prospective patients, and others who interact with our website. It does not replace or supersede our Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs how we use and disclose protected health information (“PHI”) for patients.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you interact with our website, you may voluntarily provide personal information, including but not limited to:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Information submitted through contact forms or appointment requests

Submitting information through our website does not establish a provider–patient relationship.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Cookies or similar tracking technologies

This information is used for website functionality, analytics, and improvement.

How We Use Your Information

We may use information collected through the website to:

Respond to inquiries or appointment requests
Provide administrative or customer support
Improve website performance and user experience
Maintain website security
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use website data for advertising psychiatric services in a manner that violates HIPAA or patient confidentiality.

HIPAA and Health Information

Shine Psychiatry complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Any protected health information (PHI) you provide outside the website (e.g., schedule appointments, use our secure patient portals or telepsychiatry platforms) is governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, not this Privacy Policy.

Please do not submit sensitive medical or mental health information through general website contact forms.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. These tools may collect non-identifiable information such as usage patterns and traffic data. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some site features may not function properly.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

With service providers who assist with website hosting, analytics, scheduling, or communications
When required by law or legal process
To protect the rights, safety, or property of Shine Psychiatry or others

All vendors with access to sensitive data are required to maintain appropriate privacy and security safeguards.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect website information. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Texas Privacy Rights

Under Texas law, you have the right to request information regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information by Shine Psychiatry. You may also request details about the types of third parties with whom your information may be shared.

If you would like to make such a request, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond in accordance with applicable Texas privacy laws.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting. The effective date will be updated accordingly.