3- Message Frequency:
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, you may receive up to 5 SMS messages per week related to your appointments/billing, etc.

4- Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:

Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.

5- Opt-In Method:

You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Vivant Psychotherapy in the following ways:

By submitting an online form
Verbal consent

6- Opt-Out Method:

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply "STOP" to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.

7- Help:

If you are experiencing any technical issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or you can get help from us at matthew.beal@vivantcounseling.com

Additional Options:

If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.

8- Standard Messaging Disclosures:

Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by texting "STOP."
For assistance, text "HELP" or visit our [Privacy Policy] and [Terms and Conditions] pages.
Message frequency may vary

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 5/5/2025

Vivant Psychotherapy and Counseling ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [vivantcounseling.com].

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information: Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, etc., provided when you fill out forms or contact us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to: Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, email)
Authorities when required by law

4. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

Accessing or correcting your personal information
Requesting deletion of your data
Opting out of communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at matthew.beal@vivantcounseling.com.

5. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will delete it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Vivant Psychotherapy and Counseling
matthew.beal@vivantcounseling.com
980-880-4448

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Vivant Psychotherapy & Counseling, PLLC.

Serving all of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Maine

(980) 880-4448

matthew.beal@vivantcounseling.com

Matthew S. Beal (he/him)

NCC, LCMHC, LCPC, ACPE psychotherapist