Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Embodied Psychiatry, your privacy matters. We value transparency, integrity, and respect in all that we do — including how we handle your information.

This policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and what your rights are when visiting our website or contacting us.

Last Updated: Feb 2, 2026

Who We Are

Embodied Psychiatry is a psychiatric practice led by board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner LaVeta Jarrett, PMHNP-BC. We provide holistic mental health care, including medication management, psychotherapy, and ketamine-assisted therapy to clients throughout Kansas.

When you work with Embodied Psychiatry, you are entering into a professional relationship directly with LaVeta Jarrett and/or her practice.

LaVeta Jarrett is independently licensed and insured. If you have questions about services, qualifications, or policies, please contact us directly.

Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information in order to connect you with care and improve your website experience. This may include:

Contact details you share through website forms (such as your name, email address, or phone number).

Anonymous usage data like page visits, browser type, and general location through analytics tools.

Voluntary information you share when subscribing to newsletters or reaching out for inquiries.

We do not collect or store clinical, medical, or therapy-related information through this website.

If you share health information with your provider through a secure platform (such as SimplePractice or another HIPAA-compliant system), that information is protected under federal privacy laws and managed directly by your provider.

HIPAA Statement

Embodied Psychiatry is a covered entity under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and is committed to protecting your protected health information (PHI).

Your Rights Under HIPAA:

  • Access to your medical records

  • Right to request corrections to your health information

  • Right to request restrictions on how your information is used or shared

  • Right to receive a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices

How We Protect Your Health Information:

  • All clinical records are stored in secure, HIPAA-compliant electronic health record (EHR) systems

  • Records are encrypted, password-protected, and accessible only to authorized clinical staff

  • We comply with all state and federal privacy regulations

Important: We encourage you not to share protected health information (PHI) through general website contact forms or regular email, as those methods are not fully secure. Please use our secure patient portal for any clinical communication.

For a complete copy of our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact us or ask during your first appointment.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you share with us to:

  • Respond to inquiries and schedule appointments

  • Provide clinical services and manage your care

  • Process billing and insurance claims

  • Improve our website's functionality and content

  • Communicate appointment reminders, treatment updates, or practice news (with your consent)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies (like Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our pages.

These tools help us improve accessibility, performance, and user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

Note: Analytics data is anonymous and does not include any protected health information.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools such as:

  • Scheduling platforms (like SimplePractice or Calendly)

  • Analytics providers (like Google Analytics)

  • Payment processors (for billing and insurance)

  • Email or communication services (like secure messaging platforms)

These services may collect limited data in line with their own privacy policies. We work only with HIPAA-compliant and reputable partners who uphold strong privacy and data-security standards.

Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access any personal or health information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to your information

  • Request restrictions on how your information is used or disclosed

  • Opt out of non-essential communications at any time

  • Revoke consent for uses of your information (subject to legal limitations)

To make a privacy request or exercise your rights, contact us at laveta@lmjpsych.com or call 620-931-0277.

Data Security

We take reasonable and appropriate precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Security measures include:

  • Encrypted electronic health records (EHR)

  • Secure, password-protected systems

  • Staff training on HIPAA compliance and data security

  • Regular security audits and updates

However, please remember that no online system is completely secure.

Important: Avoid sending sensitive or health-related information through regular email or unsecured web forms. Always use our secure patient portal for clinical communication.

Kansas Compliance Notice

Embodied Psychiatry complies with Kansas laws and professional regulations governing mental health and healthcare practices, including:

  • Kansas Board of Nursing regulations for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs)

  • HIPAA and federal privacy laws

  • Kansas Mental Health and Behavioral Health statutes

If you reside outside Kansas, be aware that your data may be stored or processed in the United States and is subject to applicable U.S. and Kansas state privacy laws.

Telehealth Services: We provide telehealth services only to clients who are physically located in Kansas at the time of the appointment, in compliance with state licensing requirements.

Confidentiality and Its Limits

Your sessions and health information are confidential, except in the following legally required circumstances:

  • Imminent harm to self or others — If there is a serious threat of harm, we may be required to take protective action

  • Child or vulnerable adult abuse — Suspected abuse or neglect must be reported to authorities

  • Court orders or subpoenas — We may be legally required to disclose information

  • Insurance or billing purposes — Limited information may be shared with insurers for claims processing (with your authorization)

We will always make reasonable efforts to inform you before disclosing information, except when prohibited by law.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to external resources, scheduling tools, or educational content.

We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to review their policies when visiting.

Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect new practices, legal requirements, or changes in our services.

The "last updated" date at the top of this page shows the most recent version. Significant changes will be communicated via email or posted prominently on our website.