Privacy policy

Thank you for trusting Atlas Psychology with your psychological health and performance needs.

Your privacy and confidentiality are fundamental to our practice.

At Atlas Psychology, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and Colorado state requirements for mental health practitioners.

Last Updated: October 6, 2025
Effective: Immediately

  • Personal Information

    • Name, phone number, email address

    • Whatever website visitors choose to write in their text box from various contact forms

    Website Information

    • Pages visited and time spent on our site

    • Device information and IP address

    • Cookies for website functionality (you can disable these in your browser)

  • For Your Care

    • Providing mental health services

    • Scheduling appointments and session planning

    • Communicating about your treatment

    • Coordinating with other healthcare providers (with your consent)

    For Business Operations

    • Website functionality and security

    For Legal Compliance

    • Meeting Colorado Department of Revenue reporting requirements

    • Complying with Department of Regulatory Agencies regulations

    • Responding to legal requests when required by law

    • Maintaining required record retention schedules

  • HIPAA Compliance

    As a healthcare provider, we follow HIPAA regulations to protect your health information. We share your protected health information only for:

    • Treatment: Providing your care

    • Payment: Processing billing and insurance

    • Healthcare Operations: Quality improvement and compliance

    • Legal Requirements: When mandated by law

    Colorado Regulatory Compliance

    We maintain records and report as required by:

    • Department of Regulatory Agencies requirements

    • State licensing and oversight requirements

    Service Providers

    We may share limited information with:

    • Payment processors (for billing)

    • Technology providers (for secure record keeping)

    • Legal and compliance consultants All providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

    We Never Share Information For:

    • Marketing purposes

    • Commercial sales

    • Non-essential third parties

    • Social media or advertising

    Exceptions to Confidentiality

    Colorado law requires us to report:

    • Imminent danger to yourself or others

    • Suspected child or elder abuse

    • Court-ordered disclosures

    • Certain communicable diseases

  • Access Your Information

    • Request copies of your medical records

    • Review what information we have collected

    • Request corrections to inaccurate information

    Communication Preferences

    • Choose how we contact you (phone, email, mail)

    • Opt out of appointment reminders if desired

    • Request confidential communications

    Website Choices

    • Disable cookies in your browser settings

    • Request removal from email lists

    Withdraw Consent

    You may withdraw consent for certain uses of your information, though this may affect our ability to provide services.

  • As a Colorado resident, you have additional rights under state law regarding your personal and health information.

  • Security Measures

    • Encrypted data storage and transmission

    • Secure, HIPAA-compliant systems

    • Limited staff access on a need-to-know basis

    • Regular security audits and updates

    Record Retention

    We maintain records according to:

    • Colorado healthcare record requirements (minimum 7 years)

    • HIPAA guidelines

    • Department of Regulatory Agencies requirements

    • IRS requirements for financial records

    Data Breaches

    In the unlikely event of a security breach, we will notify you and appropriate authorities as required by law within 60 days of discovery.

  • Questions or Concerns

    Contact us regarding this privacy policy or your information:

    Email: Adam@AtlasPsychologyBoulder.com

    Phone: 1-303-503-7800

    Mail: 1265 Yellow Pine, Boulder, CO 80304

    Policy Changes

    We may update this policy to reflect:

    • Changes in laws or regulations

    • Updates to our services or technology

    • Improved privacy practices

    We will notify you of material changes by:

    • Email to your registered address

    • Notice on our website

    • Direct communication during your next visit

    Your Responsibilities

    • Keep your contact information current

    • Review this policy periodically

    • Contact us with any privacy concerns