• Effective Date: [6/19/25]

APT Counseling Resources (“APT CR,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices in accordance with applicable United States federal laws and Florida state regulations, including the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA) and, where applicable, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Educational Purpose and Scope

APT Counseling Resources provides self-assessments and support materials for informational and educational purposes only. These tools are designed to offer insights into attachment styles and personality traits and are not a substitute for professional counseling or therapy. We are not a licensed counseling provider.

Individuals may choose to: Work with an APT-Certified Counselor listed on our *Find a Counselor* page, or purchase and complete our self-assessments independently through APT CR.

Counselors may use our tools to enhance their work with clients and access additional resources through our Resource Room.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

-Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide.

-Assessment Data: Responses to self-assessments, which may include sensitive personal insights. Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and interaction data to improve our website and services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver and improve our self-assessment tools and related services.
• Communicate updates, respond to inquiries, and provide support.
• Facilitate counselor-client collaboration (when applicable).- Maintain internal records and ensure compliance with legal obligations. We do NOT sell or share your personal data with third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data, including:

• Secure data transmission (SSL/TLS encryption).
• Restricted access to sensitive information.
• Regular monitoring and updates to our security protocols. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals in accordance with FIPA and other applicable laws.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics) to support our operations. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for purposes aligned with this policy.

Cookies and Tracking Our website use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to manage cookie preferences. 

7. Your Rights :

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates.
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements).
• Withdraw consent or object to certain uses of your data.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental consent.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please feel free to contact APT-CR. 

Email: APT-CR@Outlook.com 

Mail: P.O. Box 8, Placida, FL 33946