Privacy Policy – Brunswick Creek Psychology Services
Brunswick Creek Psychology Services is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal health information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws and professional standards, including those of the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists and the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology, as well as provincial privacy legislation including The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA)in Saskatchewan and the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) in Nova Scotia.
Collection of Information
We collect personal and health information necessary to provide psychological services. This may include your name, contact information, health history, and information relevant to assessment or treatment.
Use and Disclosure
Your information is used only for purposes directly related to your care, including assessment, treatment, communication, and billing. We do not disclose your information without your consent unless required or permitted by law (e.g., risk of harm, court order, or mandatory reporting obligations).
Storage and Security
Electronic Communication
We offer multiple methods of communication:
Your Rights
You have the right to access your personal information and request corrections if needed. Requests can be made in writing at [email protected], or to our administrative office #118-12 Cheadle Street West, Swift Current, SK, S9H 0A9.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or your personal information, please contact Brunswick Creek Psychology Services directly at [email protected]
Brunswick Creek Psychology Services is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal health information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws and professional standards, including those of the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists and the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology, as well as provincial privacy legislation including The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA)in Saskatchewan and the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) in Nova Scotia.
Collection of Information
We collect personal and health information necessary to provide psychological services. This may include your name, contact information, health history, and information relevant to assessment or treatment.
Use and Disclosure
Your information is used only for purposes directly related to your care, including assessment, treatment, communication, and billing. We do not disclose your information without your consent unless required or permitted by law (e.g., risk of harm, court order, or mandatory reporting obligations).
Storage and Security
- Clinical records and secure client communications are managed through Owl Practice, a Canadian-based platform designed for health professionals.
- Email communications are hosted on secure Canadian servers.
- Phone and SMS services are provided through Ooma.
Electronic Communication
We offer multiple methods of communication:
- Secure Messaging (Recommended): We strongly encourage clients to use the secure messaging feature within Owl Practice for any clinical communication, as it provides enhanced privacy and security.
- Email and SMS: These may be used for administrative purposes (e.g., appointment reminders). While we take reasonable precautions, these methods are not fully secure. By using email or SMS, you acknowledge and accept this risk.
Your Rights
You have the right to access your personal information and request corrections if needed. Requests can be made in writing at [email protected], or to our administrative office #118-12 Cheadle Street West, Swift Current, SK, S9H 0A9.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or your personal information, please contact Brunswick Creek Psychology Services directly at [email protected]
