Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: April 15, 2026

At Hillary Schoninger LCSW (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

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Information We Collect

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

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any information you submit through contact forms, appointment requests, or other website forms

We may also automatically collect limited non-personal information from website usage, such as browser type, device type, and pages visited.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Communicate with you about services

• Schedule or manage appointments

• Improve our website and user experience

• Send text messages or other communications you have opted in to receive

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to operate our website, provide services, or comply with legal obligations.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Text Messaging Terms

If you choose to opt in to receive text messages from us, the following terms apply:

• You can opt out at any time by replying STOP

• Message and data rates may apply

Cookies and Website Data

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and better understand how visitors use the site. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the information you submit through our website. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You may contact us at any time to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Ask that we update or correct your information

• Request that we delete your information, where applicable

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.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Hillary Schoninger LCSW
hillary@waterforyourgarden.com
312 847 0333

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