Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 23, 2026
Introduction
Tessera Wellness and Counseling (“Tessera,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share through our website.
This Website Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when you visit our website.
This policy applies to information collected through general website browsing and website forms. It is separate from our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how protected health information is used and disclosed in connection with therapy and other clinical services.
Who We Are
Tessera Wellness and Counseling provides counseling and wellness services. This policy explains what information may be collected from visitors to our website, how that information may be used, and the choices available to you.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us through our website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, and the contents of your message.
Please avoid submitting sensitive health information or detailed personal information through general website contact forms. Information related to your care should be shared through appropriate, secure communication channels.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
Pages you visit and how you navigate the website.
Your browser type, device type, and general location information.
The website or search engine that referred you to our site.
Information about how you interact with website links and features.
We do not intend for general website browsing to collect protected health information. Information submitted through clinical intake forms, patient portals, or other healthcare-related services may be subject to separate privacy protections and notices.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand visitor activity, and improve the user experience.
If analytics tools are enabled, they may collect information about website traffic and how visitors interact with our pages.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function as intended if cookies are disabled.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party services to support its functionality, analyze website traffic, schedule appointments, process inquiries, or provide other services.
These providers may collect or process information according to their own privacy policies and applicable agreements.
Examples may include website hosting providers, analytics services, appointment scheduling platforms, contact forms, and embedded content.
We do not sell personal information collected through our website to third parties.
Please note that information submitted through third-party platforms may be governed by those providers’ privacy practices, as well as any applicable healthcare privacy requirements.
How We Use Information
We may use information collected through our website to:
Operate, maintain, and improve our website.
Respond to questions and inquiries.
Provide information about our counseling and wellness services.
Understand website traffic and visitor interactions.
Maintain website security and prevent misuse.
Comply with applicable legal obligations.
We use information only for purposes consistent with this policy and applicable law.
Children's Privacy
Our website is intended to provide information about counseling and wellness services to individuals seeking care and those exploring services on behalf of someone in their care.
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through general website browsing without appropriate authorization where required by law.
If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our website inappropriately, please contact us so we can review the matter.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information collected through our website from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted through the internet.
Please avoid sending confidential health information through unsecured website forms or ordinary email.
Your Choices
You may choose not to provide personal information through our website forms and may contact us using another available method.
You can also adjust your browser settings to manage cookies and certain tracking technologies.
If you have questions about information collected through our website, or would like to inquire about your privacy rights, please contact us using the information below.
If you are a current or prospective client with questions about your health information, please refer to our separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices or contact our practice directly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Website Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, website features, or applicable legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be revised accordingly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Website Privacy Policy, please contact:
Tessera Wellness and Counseling
Website: wellnesswithtessera.com
Email: kerrie@wellnesswithtessera.com
Address: 9400 McKnight Rd Ste 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: (412) 444-5062