Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12/26/2025

Your privacy matters. This notice explains how your mental health information is used and your rights regarding that information.

How Information Is Used

Your protected health information (PHI) may be used for:

Treatment – providing therapy and coordinating care when appropriate
Payment – billing insurance or collecting fees
Operations – administrative and legal practice needs

Illinois law provides extra protections for mental health records. In most cases, your written consent is required before information is released, unless permitted or required by law.

When Information May Be Shared Without Consent

Information may be disclosed when required by law, including:

Court orders or legal requirements
Reporting suspected abuse or neglect
Preventing serious safety threats
Public health or oversight activities

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your records (with limited exceptions)
Request corrections
Request limits or confidential communication
Receive a copy of this notice
File a privacy complaint

Questions or Concerns

Journey to a New Path Psychotherapy, PLLC
312-576-8517
julie@julieportnoylcsw.com

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. There will be no retaliation.