Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 23 April 2025
Who I Am
This website is owned and operated by Stephanie Borgen, MSW, RSW, a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist providing psychotherapy services in Ontario.
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Your Privacy Matters
As a healthcare professional regulated by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), I am committed to protecting your personal health information (PHI) in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA, 2004).
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What Information I Collect
This website may collect limited personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number if you:
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Submit a contact form
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Subscribe to a newsletter
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Book a consultation online
If you become a client, personal health information will be collected through secure clinical intake processes and stored in accordance with privacy and professional standards.
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How Your Information Is Used
Your information is used only to:
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Respond to inquiries
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Manage appointments or services
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Send occasional updates if you opt-in
I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
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How Information Is Stored
Any personal information submitted through this website is protected using reasonable administrative and technical safeguards. If you become a client, your PHI is stored in a secure, encrypted electronic health record system that complies with PHIPA.
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Use of Cookies
This website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
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Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external sites. I am not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
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Your Rights
You have the right to access your personal health information, request corrections, and withdraw consent for its use (subject to legal and professional obligations).
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Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Stephanie Borgen, MSW, RSW
Email: pillarperinatal@gmail.com
If concerns cannot be resolved, you may contact the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario at www.ipc.on.ca.
Terms of Use
Effective Date: 23 April 2025
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By Using This Website, You Agree To:
These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website. By visiting this site, you agree to these terms.
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Informational Use Only
The content on this website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional before making decisions about your health or mental well-being.
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No Crisis Services
This website is not monitored 24/7 and does not provide crisis services. If you are in crisis or need immediate help, please contact 911 or a 24-hour crisis line, such as Talk Suicide Canada at 1-833-456-4566.
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Intellectual Property
All website content (text, graphics, logo, etc.) is the intellectual property of Stephanie Borgen, unless otherwise credited. You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish any content without written permission.
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Limitation of Liability
While I strive to ensure the accuracy of website content, I make no guarantees. I am not liable for any damages related to your use of the website or reliance on its content.
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Website Changes
These Terms of Use may be updated from time to time. Continued use of this site after changes means you accept the revised terms.