Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 21, 2025
Last Updated: October 21, 2025

1. Introduction

The Brainstorm Box respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information obtained through our website and in the course of providing Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) services in accordance with the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) standards and New Jersey state guidelines.

By using our website or services, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information
When you contact us, schedule an appointment, or complete a form, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Preferred contact method

  • Any information you voluntarily share regarding your recovery goals or support needs

b. Non-Personal Information
Our website may automatically collect limited technical data such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • IP address

  • Pages visited and time spent on site

  • Cookies (small data files used to improve user experience)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you regarding peer recovery services or inquiries

  • Provide recovery support in alignment with CCAR and New Jersey ethical standards

  • Maintain records required for supervision, training, or compliance (when applicable)

  • Improve our website and user experience

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing or advertising purposes.

4. Confidentiality and Privacy in Recovery Support

As a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, confidentiality is a core ethical principle. Any information you share during sessions or through communication with us is kept private and confidential, except in the following legally required situations:

  • If there is a risk of harm to yourself or others

  • If there is suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or vulnerable adult

  • If disclosure is required by court order or law

We comply with HIPAA principles to the extent applicable to peer recovery services, even though CPRS roles are typically non-clinical.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, please note that no online communication or data storage can be guaranteed 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Request that your information be deleted (where permitted by law)

  • Withdraw consent to communications at any time

To make a request, please contact us at [your email address].

7. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics and functionality. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are sent.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites or resources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Please review it regularly.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact:

Jude Flori, CCAR Certified Recovery Coach
Email: thebrainstormboxcoach@gmail.com
Phone: 862-686-0573
Location: Lincoln Park, New Jersey