Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 2026

Dr. Emily Gordon ("I," "me," or "my") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visitwww.dremilygordon.com, subscribe to my newsletter, complete a contact form, or interact with my online content. This policy applies to my website, newsletter, blog, and social media accounts operating under Dr. Emily Gordon, Emily W. Gordon, Psy.D. and Emily Wernick Gordon.

Clinical Services

If you are a psychotherapy client, this Privacy Policy does not govern your protected health information.Information shared as part of psychotherapy is protected under HIPAA and is covered by a separate Notice of Privacy Practices and informed consent documents provided to clients.

Information I Collect

You may choose to provide personal information when you:

  • Complete a contact form

  • Request a consultation or speaking engagement

  • Subscribe to my newsletter

  • Contact me by email.

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any information you choose to include in your message

  • In addition, like most websites, basic technical information may be collected automatically, including:

    • Browser type

    • Device type

    • Pages visited

    • Time spent on the website

    • General website analytics

    • This information helps improve the website and understand how visitors use it.

How Your Information Is Used

Information you provide may be used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Schedule consultations or speaking engagements

  • Send newsletters or educational resources you have requested

  • Improve the website and visitor experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

I do not sell your personal information.

How Your Information Is Shared

Your information is only shared when necessary to operate my website or business, such as with trusted service providers that help with website hosting, email delivery, scheduling, or analytics.These providers are expected to safeguard your information.Information may also be disclosed if required by law or to protect legal rights or safety.

Cookies and Website Analytics

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site and to improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to my newsletter, you may receive educational content, practice updates, and other resources.You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.If you contact me regarding a consultation or other services, I may send emails related to your inquiry.

Data Security

Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect the information you provide.However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing electronic information is completely secure. While every reasonable effort is made to protect your information, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites, podcasts, articles, or social media platforms.These sites operate under their own privacy policies, and I am not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Social Media

My social media accounts are intended to provide educational information, resources, and updates. To protect client confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries:

  • I do not communicate about clinical matters through social media messaging.

  • Please do not use social media to request therapy services or discuss personal mental health concerns.

  • Following or interacting with my public accounts does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

  • If you are a current or former therapy client, I generally do not connect with clients through personal social media accounts in order to protect privacy and maintain professional boundaries.

Contacting Me

Website forms and email are appropriate for general inquiries. Please do not send sensitive or confidential clinical information through website forms, email, or social media messaging. These methods are not intended for emergency communication.

Crisis Information

If you are experiencing a mental health or medical emergency:

  • Call 911

  • Go to your nearest emergency department

  • Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis LifelineMy website, email, and social media accounts are not monitored for crisis communication and should not be used in emergencies.

Children's Privacy

This website is intended for adults and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: Dr. Emily Gordon Website:www.dremilygordon.com. Email: dremilygordon@gmail.com