Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 3, 2025

Website: christian-counseling.org
Owner: Don Crites, Exchanged Life Christian Counseling

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by Don Crites, offering grace-based, Christian discipleship counseling services through in-person, online, and asynchronous formats. We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide through:

  • Appointment scheduling forms
  • Intake and consent forms
  • Contact forms and email
  • Payment processing (via trusted third parties)

This may include your name, email address, phone number, general concerns, and session preferences.

3. How Your Information Is Used

We use your information to:

  • Schedule and manage counseling sessions
  • Communicate with you securely
  • Provide spiritual and emotional care
  • Fulfill legal and administrative obligations

We do not sell or share your information for marketing purposes.

4. Data Protection & Security

We take appropriate measures to safeguard your information through secure platforms and encryption. However, no system is completely secure, so we advise against submitting highly sensitive data through email or unsecured forms.

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party tools to manage parts of our service:

  • Acuity Scheduling (for appointments)
  • Stripe (for secure payments)
  • Google Workspace (for communication)

These services have their own privacy policies.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Request a copy of the data you’ve submitted
  • Withdraw your consent for us to contact you

To make a request, please email: don@christian-counseling.org

7. Limitations

Exchanged Life Christian Counseling is not a licensed mental health provider. Services are spiritual and biblical in nature and are not a substitute for professional therapy or medical care. If you are in crisis, please seek help from a licensed provider or call emergency services.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

9. Contact

If you have any questions, contact:
Don Crites
Email: don@christian-counseling.org
Phone: 903-392-0323