Begin to Bloom
with Kelly Andrasik McLeod OTD, OTR/L, IBCLC
Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Begin to Bloom OT (“Begin to Bloom,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share through our website.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit our Wix-hosted website or submit information through it.
Information We Collect
When you use our website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Information submitted through contact or inquiry forms
We do not collect protected health information (PHI) through our website forms. Please do not submit sensitive medical or health details through the website.
We may also automatically collect non-identifying information, such as:
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Internet protocol (IP) address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on the site
This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve functionality.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected through our website may be used to:
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Respond to inquiries and requests
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Communicate with you about services
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Improve website performance and user experience
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Maintain security and prevent misuse
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
Wix Platform, Cookies, and Analytics
Our website is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Wix may collect, store, and process information on secure servers behind a firewall.
Wix uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, security, and analytics. These cookies help recognize your browser or device and collect aggregate usage data, but they do not personally identify you.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
To learn more about how Wix handles data, you may review Wix’s Privacy Policy directly.
Third-Party Services
We may link to or integrate third-party services such as:
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Online scheduling platforms
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Secure client portals
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Analytics tools
These services operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them separately. Begin to Bloom OT is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information and rely on Wix’s security measures, including secure servers and encrypted data transmission. While we strive to protect your information, no internet transmission is completely secure.
Health Information and HIPAA
Begin to Bloom OT provides healthcare services and complies with applicable privacy laws, including HIPAA. Any protected health information is collected only through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems outside of this website. This website is not intended for the submission of confidential medical information.
Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we have collected
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Request correction or deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and professional obligations
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for parents and caregivers. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through our website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us.