Privacy & legal.
Your privacy matters. This page explains how information may be handled when you visit this website, what to know about communicating online, and the terms that apply to using this site.
It also explains the distinction between general website communications and confidential clinical services.
Website Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, and handled in connection with this website operated by Ruth Glass, PsyD.
This policy applies to general website activity and communications initiated through the website. It does not replace any Notice of Privacy Practices, informed consent documentation, or other policies applicable to clinical services.
By visiting this website, you may interact with third-party technologies that operate under their own privacy policies.
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Information Collected & Used
Information you choose to provide
If you contact the practice through a website form or other communication method, you may provide information such as your name, email address, telephone number, and the contents of your message.
Information submitted through website communications may be used to respond to inquiries, provide information about services, and coordinate appropriate next steps.
Information collected automatically
Depending on the website's configuration, the hosting platform and associated services may process technical information such as IP addresses, browser information, device type, pages visited, and general website usage information.
The precise categories collected, service providers involved, retention periods, and applicable privacy choices depend on the technologies enabled on this website.
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Information sharing
Website information may be processed by service providers used to operate the website or facilitate communications, subject to applicable agreements and legal requirements.
Information may also need to be disclosed when required by applicable law or valid legal process.
The practice's actual information-sharing arrangements and privacy rights disclosures should be confirmed before this policy is published.
Cookies & Analytics
This website is built using Squarespace, which may use cookies and related technologies to support website functionality, security, performance, and other features.
Additional analytics or marketing technologies may be present depending on the website's settings.
Where applicable, visitors may have choices regarding nonessential cookies or certain uses of personal information. Available controls depend on the technologies in use and applicable law.
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Privacy and tracking
Because this website concerns mental health services, any analytics, advertising pixels, or tracking tools should be carefully reviewed before use to avoid inappropriate collection or disclosure of sensitive information.
Confidentiality & HIPAA
Privacy and confidentiality are important parts of the therapeutic relationship. Clinical information is handled according to applicable professional, ethical, and legal requirements.
When applicable, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), state privacy laws, and other requirements govern the use and disclosure of protected health information.
The practice's Notice of Privacy Practices provides information about how protected health information may be used and disclosed, as well as applicable patient rights.
Notice of Privacy Practices: [INSERT LINK TO RUTH'S ACTUAL NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES.]
This website policy is not a substitute for the practice's Notice of Privacy Practices, informed consent, or clinical confidentiality policies.
Contact Forms & Electronic Communication
The website may provide contact forms, telephone information, and links to external scheduling or client portal services.
General website contact forms and ordinary email may not provide the same privacy protections as designated secure clinical communication systems.
Please avoid including detailed medical histories, diagnoses, sensitive personal information, or urgent clinical concerns in a general website inquiry.
Secure client portal
The practice uses SimplePractice for its client portal and appointment request process. These services are accessed through a separate platform with its own applicable terms and privacy information.
Existing clients can access their portal through the following link:
Access the SimplePractice Client Portal
No automatic therapeutic relationship
Sending an inquiry, requesting an appointment, or using this website does not, by itself, establish a psychologist-patient relationship.
A clinical relationship is established only through the practice's applicable intake, consent, acceptance, and treatment processes.
Telehealth Services & Limitations
Ruth Glass, PsyD, offers virtual psychotherapy services to eligible adults located in California and New York, subject to applicable licensing requirements, clinical appropriateness, and availability.
Telehealth involves providing services through electronic communication technologies. While it can improve access to care, it also carries considerations involving privacy, technology, and clinical suitability.
Clients may be asked to confirm their physical location at the time of sessions and follow practice procedures concerning privacy, emergency planning, and technology interruptions.
Telehealth may not be appropriate for every person or every clinical situation. The suitability of online treatment is determined through the clinical process.
Additional telehealth terms, informed consent, and practice policies are provided separately when applicable.
Availability of services
Information on this website does not guarantee that services are available to every visitor. Eligibility, scheduling, and treatment decisions depend on individual circumstances and professional requirements.
Emergencies & Crisis Support
This website is not an emergency service.
Website contact forms, scheduling requests, and general communications should not be used for urgent mental health emergencies. Responses are not guaranteed to be immediate.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
In the United States, you can also call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
The information on this website is not a substitute for emergency assessment or care.
Terms of Use & Disclaimers
Informational purpose
Content on this website is provided for general informational purposes concerning the practice, its services, and related mental health topics.
Website content is not individualized psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
Accuracy and changes
Reasonable efforts may be made to keep website information accurate and current. However, services, availability, policies, and website content may change.
Visitors should confirm important information directly with the practice.
Third-party websites
This website may link to external platforms or informational resources. Third-party websites operate independently and may have their own terms and privacy practices.
A link does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of all content or services offered by that third party.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise indicated, original written content, branding, and other practice-owned materials on this website may be protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Third-party materials, licensed images, software, and other assets remain subject to their respective ownership and license terms.
Permitted use
Visitors may use this website for lawful, personal, informational purposes. Unauthorized attempts to interfere with website security, operation, or access are prohibited.
Applicable law
Legal rights and obligations relating to this website and professional services may be governed by applicable federal and state laws.
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Website Accessibility
The practice aims to make information about its services accessible to visitors with different needs and abilities.
If you encounter difficulty accessing information on this website or need assistance obtaining information in another format, please contact the practice.
Accessibility concerns can be reported using the contact information provided below.
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Questions, Requests & Policy Updates
Questions about website privacy, accessibility, or these terms may be directed to the practice.
This page may be revised as website practices, technologies, or applicable requirements change. Material updates should be reflected in the effective date.
Requests concerning clinical records or protected health information should follow the procedures in the practice's Notice of Privacy Practices.
Ruth Glass, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Phone: 646.493.4653
Online therapy in California and New York.
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