Privacy Policy & Website Terms

The Mentalizing Collaborative
Portland, Maine
10/24/2026

A straightforward explanation of how this website works, how information is handled, and what to know before contacting the practice. The privacy and confidentiality of clinical care are addressed separately.

Privacy & Cookies

What This Policy Covers

This policy explains how The Mentalizing Collaborative handles information collected through its website.

It applies to website visits and general inquiries. The confidentiality of psychotherapy, psychiatric care, and medical records is governed by separate patient privacy practices and applicable laws.

How Your Information Is Handled

Information you provide. When you submit a consultation request or general inquiry, we collect the information you choose to share, such as your name, email address, telephone number, and the nature of your inquiry.

How we use it. This information is used to respond to your questions, coordinate initial consultations, and provide information about the practice. Consultation requests are not used for unsolicited marketing.

Website services. Our website is hosted on Squarespace. Squarespace and other services configured on the website may process information necessary to operate the site, deliver form submissions, or provide website functionality.

Cookies. This website uses cookies and similar technologies to support functionality and may use analytics tools to understand general website activity. You can manage cookies through your browser settings and any available website cookie preferences.

Information retention. Inquiry information is retained as reasonably necessary to respond to requests and meet applicable recordkeeping obligations. You may contact us with questions about updating or removing information, subject to legal requirements.

Contact Forms & Confidentiality

Our website contact form is intended for general inquiries and initial consultation requests.

Please avoid submitting detailed medical histories, diagnoses, or other sensitive clinical information through the website.

Submitting a form does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Private clinical communication and medical records are handled through the practice's designated patient systems.

Questions About Your Privacy?

If you have questions about information submitted through this website, please reach out through our Contact page.

Website Terms & Conditions

Using This Website

The Mentalizing Collaborative provides this website to share information about its philosophy, psychotherapy, psychiatric services, and educational resources.

These terms apply to the website itself. The conditions of receiving clinical care are established separately through the practice's intake and consent process.

Educational purposes. Information on this website is provided for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.

No patient-provider relationship. Visiting this website, reviewing its resources, or requesting a complimentary consultation does not establish a therapeutic or medical relationship. That relationship begins only when the practice agrees to provide care and the appropriate intake procedures are completed.

In an Emergency

This website is not monitored for emergencies and should not be used for urgent medical or mental health concerns.

If you or someone else is experiencing an immediate emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department.

For mental health crisis support in the United States, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Website Content & External Resources

Intellectual property. Original text, graphics, branding, and design elements on this website belong to The Mentalizing Collaborative or their respective owners. They may not be reproduced or distributed without appropriate permission, except as allowed by law.

External links. This website may include links to educational organizations, research, and other resources. These resources are provided for convenience and informational purposes. The Mentalizing Collaborative does not control the content or privacy practices of external websites.

Changes to this website. Information, services, and website policies may be updated as needed. Changes to these terms will be reflected on this page.

Questions?

For questions about the website or its policies, please visit our Contact page.

The Mentalizing Collaborative is committed to thoughtful care, clear communication, and respect for privacy.