Privacy Policy
Updated: April 10, 2025
At Tracy Lessard Wellness, I prioritize your privacy and keep your personal and health information confidential, following Ontario laws like the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and the Health Care Consent Act. This Privacy Policy explains how I gather, use, and protect your information when you use my yoga therapy-in-training services.
1. Collection of Personal and Health Information
I gather personal information needed to provide yoga therapy services, including:
Your name, contact details, and background information.
Your health history, mental health issues, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Information from previous healthcare providers, if you allow it.
I obtain this information directly from you and, with your permission, from other sources when necessary.
2. Use of Personal and Health Information
I collect your personal and health information for:
Offering yoga therapy services including assessments and follow-ups
Keeping accurate health records
Communicating about appointments, billing, and updates
Fulfilling legal healthcare requirements
Improving care quality and your therapeutic experience
3. Confidentiality and Security
Your personal and health information is kept strictly confidential. I use various security measures to protect it from unauthorized access or misuse. Your information is stored safely and will not be shared without your permission, unless required by law (for example, to prevent harm or if a court orders it).
4. Disclosure of Information
Your personal and health information may be disclosed without your consent in the following circumstances:
With your consent: I may share your information with other healthcare providers, such as doctors, psychiatrists, or specialists, if it is necessary for your treatment.
Legal or safety obligations: I may disclose information if I am required to do so by law or if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.
In the event of an emergency: I may disclose information in case of emergency situations, or as mandated by health regulations.
5. Your Rights Regarding Your Information
You have the right to:
Access and request a copy of your personal and health information.
Request corrections if your information is wrong or incomplete.
Withdraw consent for using your information (except if it would impact your necessary care).
Ask how your personal data is managed, stored, and protected.
To access or change your personal information, please contact me directly.
6. Data Retention
I retain your personal and health information for a period that is consistent with legal and professional obligations. This is typically at least 10 years after your last session (or for minors, until they reach the age of 25). After this period, your records will be securely destroyed.
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
If you visit my website, I may collect information through cookies and web analytics tools. This data is used to improve the user experience, monitor website usage, and analyze traffic patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the effective date noted. I encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
9. Contact Me
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal and health information, please contact me.
Consent to Privacy Policy
By using my services, you agree to let us collect, use, and share your personal and health information as described in this Privacy Policy. This policy follows Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and relevant laws, ensuring your information is treated carefully, respectfully, and transparently.