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Notice of Privacy Practices
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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 7, 2026
Applies To:
Business Information
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Virtual Mental Health Services in Michigan & Texas
(512) 222-4686
Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com
Website: www.weltitudepsychology.com
Licensure Information
Seth Savoie, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Texas License #40182
Michigan License #6301019648
(512) 222-4686
therapy@weltitudepsychology.com
This Notice is required by law. It describes how your health information may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.
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In this Notice, we use terms like “we,” “us,” “our,” or “provider” to refer to Weltitude Psychology, PLLC, its present or future therapists, employees, staff, trainees, and other personnel. Weltitude Psychology, PLLC is required by law to maintain the privacy of protected health information.
Your Information.
Your Rights.
Our Responsibilities.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal and health information, including how your data is handled through our use of TherapyAppointment, our secure, HIPAA-compliant practice management platform.
What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?
Protected Health Information (PHI) refers to any information concerning your identity and your care that relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health, as well as the health care services associated with it. PHI includes information that can reasonably be used to identify you and that relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition, the provision of health care to you, or the payment for that care. Your provider will only release PHI about you in accordance with federal and state laws and the highest ethical standards of the American Psychological Association.
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This notice outlines the policies regarding the use and disclosure of your Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its associated regulations, including the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule.
Please review it carefully.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you use our services or interact with our website:
a. Personal Information
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Name, phone number, email address, address
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Emergency contact information
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Insurance information (if applicable)
b. Health Information (PHI)
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Intake details, mental health history, diagnoses, treatment goals, session notes
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Appointment records and communications relevant to your care
2. Use of HIPAA-Compliant Electronic Health Record Systems (EHR)
We use HIPAA-Compliant EHR to manage:
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Appointment scheduling
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Secure messaging
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Intake forms and documentation
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Billing and insurance claims (if applicable)
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Session notes and treatment planning
You may access your client portal to:
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Update your information
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Securely message your provider
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Review upcoming appointments
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Access forms or billing history
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Provide and coordinate mental health services
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Communicate with you regarding your care or scheduling
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Submit insurance claims (if applicable). If you use in-network insurance through Headway, appointment information (session dates, CPT and diagnosis codes, and brief progress notes) will be securely shared with Headway, a HIPAA-compliant platform that manages insurance and payments. This does not change your HIPAA rights. You can review Headway’s privacy policy at headway.co/privacy.
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Fulfill legal and ethical obligations
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Improve client services and operations
4. Legal Compliance
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We comply with:
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HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
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Texas Health & Safety Code (Title 7, Mental Health & Substance Use Confidentiality) and the Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 611, which governs the confidentiality of mental health records.
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Michigan Mental Health Code and consent regulations, including use of standard consent forms as required.
Michigan Behavioral Health Standard Consent Form: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/mentalhealth/behavioral/consent/michigan-behavioral-health-standard-consent-form
5. When We Share Information
When we share your information:
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With your written authorization
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For treatment, payment, and operations as permitted by HIPAA
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As required by law (e.g., court order, imminent harm, abuse reporting)
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With business associates under a HIPAA-compliant agreement
Important: We do not sell or rent your personal information. We will make reasonable efforts to limit disclosures to the minimum necessary information required to accomplish the intended purpose.
We may also disclose your information without your written authorization for certain other purposes permitted or required by law, including:
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Public health reporting
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Law enforcement requests
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Responding to court orders or subpoenas
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Preventing or reducing a serious threat to health or safety
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Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
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Reporting sexual exploitation or unethical conduct by a provider
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Health oversight activities
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Workers’ compensation claims
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Special government functions (military, national security)
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To family or friends involved in your care (with your agreement or as allowed by law)
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For research (only with your written authorization or as permitted by law and after appropriate review by an Institutional Review Board or Privacy Board)
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For purposes related to deceased individuals, as allowed by law
Incidental Disclosures:
We aim to protect your privacy, but some incidental disclosures may occur as a result of otherwise permitted uses or disclosures. We implement reasonable safeguards to limit incidental disclosures.
Fundraising & Marketing:
We will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing or fundraising purposes without your written authorization, and you may opt out of such communications at any time.
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6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Receive a paper copy of this notice upon request, even if you have agreed to receive it electronically.
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Inspect and obtain a copy of your health records (with limited exceptions).
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Request an amendment or correction to your health information. We may deny your request in certain circumstances, but you will receive a written explanation and further instructions.
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Receive an accounting of disclosures of your PHI, except for disclosures made for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, or as otherwise excluded by law.
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Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures, although we are not required to agree to all requested restrictions.
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Request confidential communications by alternative means or at alternative locations.
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Revoke your written authorization at any time, except to the extent that action has already been taken in reliance on it.
To exercise these rights, you may contact us directly, or manage some preferences through the client portal. To request access to your records, please contact us by phone or email, or submit a request through your client portal. We will provide access as required by law, typically within 30 days. If you wish to have your records sent to another provider or third party, please request our Release of Information form.​
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7. Our Responsibilities
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We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your PHI.
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If a breach of unsecured PHI occurs, we will notify you in accordance with federal and state law.
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We will follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice and provide you with a copy.
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We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you provide written authorization, which you may revoke at any time.
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Additional Protections for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Records
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Records related to any substance use disorder treatment are protected by federal law (42 CFR Part 2).
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We cannot disclose information that identifies you as receiving SUD services without your specific written consent, unless permitted by law.
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Exceptions include:
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Medical emergencies
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Reporting suspected child abuse or neglect
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Court order that meets strict legal requirements
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Communications within the program or with a qualified service organization under written agreement
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Federal law and regulations do not protect any information about a crime committed by a patient either at the program or against any person who works for the program, or about any threat to commit such a crime.
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Federal law and regulations do not protect any information about suspected child abuse or neglect from being reported under state law to appropriate authorities.​
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8. Security Measures
We use strong safeguards to protect your data:
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Encrypted communication and storage through our HIPAA-compliant EHR
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Password-protected devices and accounts
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HIPAA-compliant email and telehealth platforms
Despite our best efforts, no system is completely immune to risk. Please avoid sending sensitive information via unsecured email or public Wi-Fi networks.
9. Telehealth Services
If you attend sessions via telehealth, we use HIPAA-compliant video platforms. You are responsible for ensuring privacy on your end (e.g., choosing a private space).
10. Minors and Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and older, unless parental/guardian consent has been obtained for a minor. We comply with all applicable consent laws in Michigan and Texas. In certain circumstances, minors may consent to their own treatment and may have rights to confidentiality under Michigan and Teas law. We will comply with all applicable state statutes regarding parental access to a minor’s health information. Parental access to a minor’s health information may be limited in some circumstances as defined by state law.
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11. File a Complaint
File a complaint if you feel your rights are violated
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You can complain if you feel we have violated your rights by contacting us.
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You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights by sending a letter to 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201, calling 1-877-696-6775, or visiting www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints/.
We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
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12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Notice of Privacy Practices as laws or technology change. We will post updated versions on our website with a revised effective date. The effective date of the current version is shown at the top of this notice.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding this Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact Dr. Seth Savoie at Weltitude Psychology, PLLC by phone at 512-222-4686 or email at Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com.
Licensure Information
Seth Savoie, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Texas License #40182
Michigan License #6301019648
(512) 222-4686
therapy@weltitudepsychology.com
Business Information
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Virtual Mental Health Services
in Michigan & Texas
(512) 222-4686
Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com
Website: www.weltitudepsychology.com
Website Terms of Use
Website Terms of Use
Effective Date: August 13, 2025
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC’s Website Policy
This website, https://www.weltitudepsychology.com/, is maintained by Weltitude Psychology, PLLC.
By using this site, you agree to the following terms and policies:
1. Purpose of the Website
The website is intended to:
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Provide information about our practice, services, and team.
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Share educational content through blog posts and wellness resources.
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2. No Therapeutic Relationship
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Use of this website or its content does not create a therapist–client relationship.
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Content is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care.
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For personal mental health concerns, please contact a licensed professional.
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3. Blog Content
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All blog content is educational, general, and informational.
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Posts may include tips, insights, or wellness strategies but do not constitute individualized advice.
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Examples shared are fictional, composite, or used with permission to protect confidentiality.
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Readers are encouraged to seek professional guidance for personal concerns.
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4. Guest Contributions
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Guest authors may contribute content under a written agreement confirming:
Original authorship
Ethical compliance
Rights for the Practice to publish the content
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The Practice reserves the right to edit submitted content for clarity, grammar, formatting, or compliance with ethical standards.
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5. Privacy
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Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve your experience. These tools collect anonymized data only and do not access your therapy-related or personal health information. More information on our privacy practices can be found in our Notice of Privacy Practices.
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6. Website Use & Intellectual Property
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All website content, including text, images, graphics, and blog posts, is the property of the Practice, Weltitude Psychology, PLLC, unless otherwise noted.
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Content may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.
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Users agree to use the website for lawful purposes only.
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7. External Links
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The website may contain links to third-party sites for informational or resource purposes.
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The Practice is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of third-party websites.
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8. Disclaimer of Liability
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The Practice makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of website content.
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Users access and use the website at their own risk.
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9. Updates to Policy
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The Practice reserves the right to update this Website Policy at any time.
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Updated policies will be posted on this page with the effective date.
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10. Contact
For questions regarding this policy, contact:
Seth Savoie, Psy.D. | Owner | Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Email: business@weltitudepsychology.com
Phone: 512-222-4686
Website Privacy Policy
Website Privacy Policy
Updated: July 12, 2026
WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY - Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Effective Date: 8/14/2025
Updated: 06/12/2026
1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Policy describes how Weltitude Psychology, PLLC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our website and blog (the "Service").
We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. When you visit our website and blog and use our products, you trust us with your personal information. We take your privacy very seriously. In this Privacy Policy, we seek to explain to you in the clearest way possible what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it.
This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website and blog, as well as any related services, sales, marketing, or events.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully as it will help you understand what we do with the information we collect.
2. DEFINITIONS
To help explain things as clearly as possible in this Privacy Policy, every time any of these terms are referenced, they are strictly defined as:
- Cookie: a small file placed on your device to enable certain features and functionality.
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- Company: when this policy mentions "Company," "we," "us," or "our," it refers to Weltitude Psychology, PLLC.
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- Country: where Weltitude Psychology, PLLC or the owners/founders of Weltitude Psychology, PLLC are based, in this case United States.
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- Customer: refers to the company, organization, or person that signs up to use the Weltitude Psychology, PLLC Service.
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- Device: any internet-connected device such as a phone, tablet, computer, or any other device that can be used to visit Weltitude Psychology, PLLC and use the services.
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- Personal Data: any information that directly, indirectly, or in connection with other information allows for the identification of a natural person.
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- Service: refers to the website and blog provided by Weltitude Psychology, PLLC as described in the relative terms and on this platform.
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- Third-party service: refers to advertisers, contest sponsors, promotional and marketing partners, and others who provide our content or whose products or services we think may interest you.
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- Website: Weltitude Psychology, PLLC's site, which can be accessed via https://www.weltitudepsychology.com/.
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- You: a person or entity that is using the website or registered to signup for blog updates and the monthly newsletters of Weltitude Psychology, PLLC.
3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect several different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our Service to you.
3.1 Personal Data
We may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:
- Email address
- Cookies and Usage Data
3.2 Usage Data
We may also collect information about how the Service is accessed and used ("Usage Data"). This Usage Data may include information such as your computer's Internet Protocol address (e.g. IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.
3.3 Location Data
We may use and store information about your location if you give us permission to do so ("Location Data"). We use this data to provide features of our Service, to improve and customize our Service.
You can enable or disable location services when you use our Service at any time, through your device settings.
3.4 Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our Service and hold certain information.
Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. Cookies are sent to your browser from a website and stored on your device. Tracking technologies that also may be used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze our Service.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service. For more information, please see our Cookies Policy at https://www.weltitudepsychology.com/legal-privacy-notices
Examples of Cookies we use:
- Session Cookies: We use Session Cookies to operate our Service.
- Preference Cookies: We use Preference Cookies to remember your preferences and various settings.
- Security Cookies: We use Security Cookies for security purposes.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC uses the collected data for various purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Service
- To notify you about changes to our Service
- To allow you to participate in interactive features of our Service when you choose to do so
- To provide customer support
- To gather analysis or valuable information so that we can improve our Service
- To monitor the usage of our Service
- To detect, prevent and address technical issues
- To fulfill any other purpose for which you provide it
- To provide you with news and general information about services and events which we offer that you have subscribed to receive information to (e.g., Blog postings, monthly newsletters) unless you have opted not to receive such information
- In any other way we may describe when you provide the information
- For any other purpose with your consent
6. RETENTION OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC will retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of our Service, or we are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.
7. TRANSFER OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Your information, including Personal Data, may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction.
If you are located outside United States and choose to provide information to us, please note that we transfer the data, including Personal Data, to United States and process it there.
Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by your submission of such information represents your agreement to that transfer.
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of your data and other personal information.
8. DISCLOSURE OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Disclosure for Law Enforcement:
Under certain circumstances, Weltitude Psychology, PLLC may be required to disclose your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).
Legal Requirements:
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC may disclose your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:
- Comply with a legal obligation
- Protect and defend the rights or property of Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
- Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
- Protect the personal safety of users of the Service or the public
- Protect against legal liability
9. SECURITY OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
The security of your Personal Data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from relevant servers, such as Wix.
If we need to rely on consent as a legal basis for processing your information and your country requires consent from a parent, we may require your parent's consent before we collect and use that information.
11. YOUR DATA PROTECTION RIGHTS
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict use of your information. We honor these rights regardless of your location and are committed to providing reasonable access to the information that you have shared with us.
11.1 General Data Access & Deletion Rights
Regardless of your location, you can make the following requests regarding your personal data:
- Access Your Data: You can request a copy of the personal information we have about you. We will provide this information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Delete Your Data: You can request that we delete your personal information from our systems. We will comply with this request unless there is a legal requirement for us to keep certain information.
To submit a data access or deletion request, please contact us using the contact information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy. We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
11.2 CCPA Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you are entitled to learn what data we collect about you, ask to delete your data and not to sell (share) it. To exercise your data protection rights, you can make certain requests and ask us:
- What personal information we have about you. If you make this request, we will return to you:
- The categories of personal information we have collected about you
- The categories of sources from which we collect your personal information
- The business or commercial purpose for collecting or selling your personal information
- The categories of third parties with whom we share personal information
- The specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
- A list of categories of personal information that we have sold, along with the category of any other company we sold it to
- A list of categories of personal information that we have disclosed for a business purpose, along with the category of any other company we shared it with
- To delete your personal information. If you make this request, we will delete the personal information we hold about you as of the date of your request from our records and direct any service providers to do the same. In some cases, deletion may be accomplished through de-identification of the information. If you choose to delete your personal information, you may not be able to use certain functions that require your personal information to operate.
- To stop selling your personal information. We don't sell or rent your personal information to any third parties for any purpose. We do not sell your personal information for monetary consideration. However, under some state laws, sharing your data through certain targeted advertisements may be considered a "sale" of information. You are the only owner of your Personal Data and can request disclosure or deletion at any time.
We will respond to verified requests within 45 days as required by the CCPA. If we need more time, we will inform you of the reason and extension period in writing.
Please note, if you ask us to delete or stop selling your data, it may impact your experience with us, and you may not be able to participate in certain programs or membership services which require the usage of your personal information to function. But in no circumstances, we will discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
To exercise your California data protection rights described above, please send your request(s) by email: privacy@weltitudepsychology.com.
Your data protection rights, described above, are covered by the CCPA, short for the California Consumer Privacy Act. To find out more, visit the official California Legislative Information website. The CCPA took effect on 01/01/2020.
12. SERVICE PROVIDERS
We may employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Service ("Service Providers"), to provide the Service on our behalf, to perform Service-related services or to assist us in analyzing how our Service is used.
These third parties have access to your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
13. LINKS TO OTHER SITES
Our Service may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.
We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites or services.
14. BLOG & NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION PRIVACY NOTICE
When you subscribe to the Well, yeah… sort of blog via our website, we collect your email address in order to send you updates about new blog posts, wellness tips, and occasional information about our practice.
14.1 How We Store & Process Your Data
Your information is securely collected and stored using Wix’s platform and email marketing tools. Only authorized staff at Weltitude Psychology, PLLC have access to subscriber information. Wix complies with standard privacy and security practices to protect your data.
14.2 How We Use Your Information
Your email address will only be used to send you blog updates and relevant wellness information. We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
14.3 Third-Party Processing
By subscribing, you acknowledge that Wix may process your personal data in accordance with their Privacy Policy: https://www.wix.com/about/privacy.
14.4 Unsubscribing
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any blog email or by contacting us at business@weltitudepsychology.com. Once unsubscribed, you will no longer receive blog updates.
14.5 Your Rights
If you are located in jurisdictions such as the EU, UK, Canada, or California, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. To do so, please contact us at privacy@weltitudepsychology.com.
15. Blog Comments Privacy
When visitors leave comments on our blog, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
15.1 Information We Collect in Comments
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Name, email address, and (optionally) a website URL you provide when submitting a comment.
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The content of your comment.
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Technical data such as your IP address and browser information for security and moderation purposes.
15.2 How We Use This Information
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To publish your comment publicly on our site. Your name and comment content will be visible to other visitors.
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To moderate and review comments to ensure they meet our site’s guidelines.
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To prevent spam, abuse, or illegal activity on our website.
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To communicate with you about your comment if necessary.
15.3 Third-Party Services
Our site is built using Wix, which may collect and store comment-related data in accordance with its own Wix Privacy Policy. If we use spam detection or moderation tools provided by third parties, your comment may be checked through automated detection services.
15.4 Data Retention
We keep comments and related data for as long as they remain relevant to the discussion or until you request deletion. You may contact us at any time to have your comment removed or anonymized.
15.5 Public Nature of Comments
Please be aware that any information you post in a comment becomes public. For your safety, avoid including personal or sensitive information in your comment text.
15.6 Cookies for Commenters
If you choose to leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so you don’t have to fill in your details again when leaving another comment. These cookies will last for one year unless you clear them from your browser.
16. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
17. CONTACT US
Business Information
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Seth Savoie, Psy.D. | Owner
Virtual Mental Health Services in Michigan & Texas
(512) 222-4686
Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com
Website: www.weltitudepsychology.com
Cookies Policy
Cookies Policy
Last updated: 06/12/2026
This Cookies Policy explains how Weltitude Psychology, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website hosted via Wix.
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1. Introduction
This website, www.weltitudepsychology.com, (“Site”), is hosted on Wix.com Ltd. and operated by Weltitude Psychology, PLLC.
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Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to help the site function properly, provide you with a smooth browsing experience, and understand how visitors engage with our content. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
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2. What Are Cookies?
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Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to the website owner.
Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies – set by our site.
- Third-party cookies – set by other services we use, such as analytics or social media tools.
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3. How We Use Cookies
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We use cookies for the following purposes:
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Essential Cookies – Required for the website to function properly (e.g., security, login, site navigation).
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Performance & Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors interact with our site, so we can improve content and usability (e.g., page visits, time on site).
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Functional Cookies – Remember your preferences, such as language and display settings.
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Marketing Cookies – Only used if you interact with certain tools, such as social media buttons or embedded content.
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4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. This includes:
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Wix (hosting and functionality)
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Email marketing tools (e.g., Wix Email Marketing) – if you choose to subscribe to our blog/monthly newsletter.
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Social media platforms – if you click share buttons or view embedded posts.
These third parties have their own privacy and cookies policies.
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5. Cookies Placed by Wix
Because our site is built and hosted on Wix, Wix automatically places certain cookies. Below is a list of the main cookies that may be set on your device:
A full, up-to-date list of Wix cookies can be found on Wix’s support page: https://support.wix.com/en/article/cookies-and-your-wix-site
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6. Managing Cookies
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When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
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Accept all cookies
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Reject non-essential cookies
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Learn more about the types of cookies we use
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Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
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You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.
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- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
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Business Information
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Seth Savoie, Psy.D. | Owner
(512) 222-4686
Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com
Website: www.weltitudepsychology.com
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Social Media Policy
Social Media Policy
Last updated: 6/16/2026
Business Information
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
Seth Savoie, Psy.D. | Owner
(512) 222-4686
Privacy@weltitudepsychology.com
Website: www.weltitudepsychology.com
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In this notice, we use terms like “we,” “us,” “our,” or “provider” to refer to Weltitude Psychology, PLLC, its present or future therapists, employees, staff, and other personnel.
This notice describes how Weltitude Psychology, PLLC manages professional social media presence and what you can expect if you interact with any Weltitude Psychology, PLLC social media accounts. This Social Media Policy supplements our general Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) and should be read together with those documents for a complete understanding of how your information is handled. Please let us know if you have any questions.
By using or interacting with our social media accounts, you agree to the terms of this policy.
​I. Purpose of Social Media
Our social media pages (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) are used to share:
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General mental health education
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Resources and helpful tips
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Updates about Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
The information that is shared online is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or individualized care. Interaction with any of our professional social media accounts does not constitute a therapeutic relationship and does not replace professional clinical care.
All educational content shared is based on current psychological research and professional standards. Posts are for general informational purposes only and are not a substitute for individualized assessment or treatment.
Any staff or trainees who contribute to our social media presence do so under supervision and are trained in accordance with professional ethical guidelines.
II. Expectations for Social Media Use
There is no expectation for you to use social media or access, follow, or interact with professional social media accounts by Weltitude Psychology, PLLC. You can decide to engage with our professional social media accounts at your own discretion.
III. Privacy & Confidentiality
Social media is not a secure or confidential form of communication. Please avoid sharing private clinical information in comments, messages, or posts. We cannot guarantee confidentiality for anything posted publicly or sent through social media platforms. We will never share privileged information about you that could be used to identify you. If you choose to follow or comment on the Weltitude Psychology, PLLC professional social media account, please know that this may compromise your privacy, as others may see your engagement.
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC will not search for, access, or review client social media profiles or other online information without your explicit informed consent, except as required in emergency situations to ensure your safety.
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC social media platforms are not HIPAA-compliant. Any information shared via social media cannot be guaranteed to remain private or confidential under HIPAA or state privacy laws. Please use our secure client portal for any communications containing protected health information (PHI).
IV. Client Endorsements & Ratings
As a client, you can decide whether to share or not share information about you being in therapy and how you feel about the process. However, we will never solicit your testimonial or feedback through social media. There may be public pages like Yelp that are automatically created without our knowledge or consent. Any reviews, ratings, or comments you choose to leave on third-party sites are voluntary and not solicited by Weltitude Psychology, PLLC. Your decision to leave a review will have no impact on the therapeutic services you receive.
V. Dual Relationships & Professional Boundaries
This policy is guided by professional ethics codes, including the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethics Code and relevant state licensing board standards. For ethical reasons, no provider at Weltitude Psychology, PLLC will follow, engage with, or respond to current or former clients’ personal social media accounts. Any “likes,” “shares,” or “follows” of mental health–related accounts, posts, or resources from Weltitude Psychology, PLLC are not endorsements of any specific treatment, provider, or product.
VI. Direct Messaging & Communication
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC does not have a duty to monitor messages, comments, or tags on social media accounts. We may not see your message in a timely manner, and we cannot guarantee a response. Direct messages (DMs) on social media are not monitored regularly and are not an appropriate way to contact a provider at Weltitude Psychology, PLLC about appointments or mental health concerns. For questions about services, scheduling, or clinical matters, please use the secure client portal.
VII. Record-Keeping
Communications via social media are not part of the clinical record and will not be stored as such. If you wish to share information with your provider that becomes part of your official record, please use secure, agreed-upon communication method by messaging through the secure client portal.
VIII. Crisis or Emergency Situations
Providers at Weltitude Psychology, PLLC do not provide crisis services through social media. Messages sent to our social media accounts are not monitored for urgent issues. Weltitude Psychology, PLLC is not responsible for missed or delayed crisis messages received through social media platforms. If you are in crisis, please use one of these resources:
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988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.)
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Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC does not provide emergency or on-call mental health services. If you require urgent or after-hours assistance, please use the crisis resources listed above or seek emergency medical care.
IX. Technology Limitations
Social media platforms may change their privacy settings, security policies, and data-sharing practices at any time without notice. Weltitude Psychology, PLLC is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.
X. Policy Updates
This social media policy notice may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, ethical standards, or legal requirements. Clients will be notified if significant updates affect their rights or responsibilities.
If you have any concerns about the privacy practices or content shared on our social media accounts, please contact us directly so we can address your concerns.
​XI. Summary
Social media is a great tool for education and sharing knowledge about psychology, therapy, and mental health. However, social media cannot replace the safety and confidentiality of therapy. Interaction with our social media accounts is not therapy, does not create a therapist-client relationship, and should not be relied upon as clinical advice. For clinical needs, questions, or scheduling, please contact us directly via the secure client portal. By using or interacting with our social media accounts, you agree to the terms of this policy.
You may view our full Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices [here] for more information about how we handle personal health information.
Contact
Dr. Seth "Skye" Savoie
Licensed Psychologist
MI #6301019648, TX #40182
Weltitude Psychology, PLLC
512-222-4686
