Privacy Policy
Entity Name: Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp.
DBA: Monarchs Therapy
Effective Date: May 12, 2026
Contact Information
Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy
3156 Foothill Blvd., Suite C
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Phone: (818) 741-1221
Fax: (818) 688-8020
Email: info@monarchstherapy.com
Website: monarchstherapy.com
Introduction
Welcome to Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit our website, communicate with us, submit forms, use our client portal, or interact with our services.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information voluntarily provided through:
- Website contact forms
- Appointment requests
- Scheduling systems
- Client portal submissions
- Intake forms
- Emails
- Phone calls
- SMS/text message opt-ins
- Other communications with our office
Information collected may include:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Insurance information
- Appointment information
- Information voluntarily submitted through forms or communications
We may also collect limited non-personal information through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience.
How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Provide requested services
- Send appointment reminders
- Send scheduling confirmations or updates
- Communicate regarding services or support
- Maintain practice operations
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Maintain website security and prevent misuse
We do not sell personal information.
SMS Messaging & Mobile Information
By voluntarily providing your mobile phone number through our website, forms, scheduling systems, client portal, or other communications, you consent to receive service-related text messages from Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy.
These messages may include:
- Appointment reminders
- Scheduling confirmations
- Scheduling updates or changes
- Administrative notifications
- Customer support communications
- Other service-related messages
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
No mobile information, phone numbers, or SMS consent data will be shared, sold, rented, transferred, or disclosed to third parties, affiliates, or external organizations for marketing, promotional, or commercial purposes. SMS consent information is used solely for Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy communications and business operations and is never shared except where strictly required by law.
To opt out of SMS communications, reply STOP to any message.
For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at:
Phone: (818) 741-1221
Email: info@monarchstherapy.com
Website Communications Are Not Emergency Services
Website forms, emails, client portal messages, and SMS/text communications are not monitored continuously and should not be used for emergencies or urgent mental health concerns.
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988.
No Therapeutic Relationship
Use of this website, contact forms, emails, or text messaging does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is established only after completion of appropriate intake procedures, informed consent documentation, and mutual agreement for services.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies, analytics services, and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand visitor behavior.
We may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to evaluate website traffic and improve user experience. These technologies do not authorize the sharing of SMS consent or mobile information for marketing purposes.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Google Advertising & Remarketing
We may occasionally use Google advertising or remarketing technologies to promote our services. Third-party vendors, including Google, may display advertisements to users who previously visited our website.
These technologies may use cookies or tracking technologies to serve advertisements based on previous website activity.
You may manage advertising preferences through Google Ads Settings or industry opt-out tools.
No identifiable SMS consent information or mobile phone data is shared through advertising technologies.
Embedded Content & Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain embedded content or links to third-party websites, including videos, articles, forms, or social media content. Third-party websites may independently collect data, use cookies, or monitor interactions according to their own privacy policies.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
How Information May Be Shared
We do not sell, rent, trade, transfer, or share personal information, consumer data, mobile numbers, or SMS consent information with third parties, affiliates, or external organizations for marketing, promotional, or any other commercial purposes.
We do not transfer or share consumer data with any external organizations under any circumstances, even with user consent, except as strictly required by law.
Information may only be disclosed when legally required, including:
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, subpoenas, court orders, or lawful government requests
- To protect the rights, safety, and security of clients, patients, visitors, or the public
- To respond to emergencies or prevent imminent harm where disclosure is legally permitted or required
Data Security
We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, alteration, or destruction.
Security measures may include:
- Password-protected systems
- Secure platforms and portals
- Restricted access controls
- Encryption where appropriate
- Firewalls and secure technologies
While we strive to protect information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for legitimate business, legal, regulatory, healthcare, insurance, or operational purposes.
Your Rights
You may request to:
- Access certain personal information we maintain
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information where legally permitted
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw SMS consent
Certain information may be retained where required by applicable law, healthcare regulations, insurance requirements, or professional obligations.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13 without parental or guardian involvement. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this website.
Third-Party Service Providers
We may use third-party providers for operational purposes such as website hosting, scheduling systems, payment processing, analytics, secure communications, and client portal services. These providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security safeguards consistent with applicable laws and regulations.
No mobile phone numbers, SMS consent information, or consumer data will be shared with third parties, affiliates, or external organizations for marketing, promotional, or commercial purposes.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Questions
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or SMS communications, contact Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy via email at info@monarchstherapy.com, phone at (818) 741-1221, or mailing address at 3156 Foothill Blvd., Suite C, La Crescenta, CA 91214.
You may also contact us at:
Judith A. Verduzco, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Prof. Corp., DBA Monarchs Therapy
3156 Foothill Blvd., Suite C
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Phone: (818) 741-1221
Email: info@monarchstherapy.com
Website: monarchstherapy.com