Data Privacy & Governance

1. Regulatory Compliance: My Therapist Inc. operates in strict accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) in Ontario and the Health Information Act (HIA) in Alberta. I also adhere to the federal PIPEDA guidelines for electronic data security.

2. Data Collection & Storage: All clinical records are encrypted and stored via Google Workspace, a PIPEDA-compliant practice management system. I do not sell, trade, or transfer your data to third parties.

3. Limits of Confidentiality: Client confidentiality is absolute, with the legal exception of: (a) imminent risk of harm to self or others, (b) suspicion of child abuse, or (c) court subpoena.

4. Digital Communication: While we use encrypted secure email services, standard or unencrypted email is not 100% secure. Please avoid sending sensitive clinical details via general email and use WhatsApp.

5. AI Transparency: I leverage Artificial Intelligence for administrative velocity, never for clinical reasoning. I use AI to optimize workflows and structure, but the therapeutic strategy remains 100% human.

Questions? To better understand Privacy & Compliance Protocol used, please get in touch with our Privacy Officer at: linda@lindastorm.ca.