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Privacy Policy, Terms of Use & Disclaimer

Effective Date: June 1, 2026

Welcome to DrShaneSaenz.com ("Website"), owned and operated by Dr. Shane Saenz, PsyD, CMPC ("Dr. Saenz," "we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide through the Website's contact forms, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any information you choose to include in your message

We also collect certain information automatically through technologies such as Google Analytics, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Referring website information

  • Pages visited

  • Website usage data

How We Use Information

Information collected through this Website may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Communicate regarding services

  • Improve Website functionality and user experience

  • Analyze Website traffic and usage trends

  • Maintain Website security

  • Comply with legal obligations

Please Do Not Submit Sensitive Information

The contact form is intended for general inquiries only.

Please do not submit confidential, medical, psychological, diagnostic, treatment-related, or other highly sensitive personal information through this Website. While reasonable measures are taken to protect information submitted through the Website, electronic communications cannot be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Google Analytics and Cookies

This Website uses Google Analytics and similar technologies to better understand how visitors use the Website and to improve the user experience.

These technologies may collect information such as:

  • Device type

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the Website

  • General location information derived from IP addresses

Most web browsers allow users to manage or disable cookies through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website functionality.

Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

Information may be shared with trusted service providers who assist in operating the Website, maintaining technology systems, analyzing Website performance, or providing other business-related services. Information may also be disclosed when required by law or to protect legal rights and safety.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information submitted through the Website. However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

 

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have certain rights regarding their personal information under applicable California privacy laws. These rights may include the ability to request information about personal data collected, request deletion of certain information, and exercise other rights provided by law.

Requests related to privacy rights may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

 

Future Products and Services

In the future, this Website may offer digital products, educational resources, workshops, courses, downloadable materials, or other services. Additional terms may apply to those offerings and will be provided as necessary.

 

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes become effective when posted on this page. Continued use of the Website following any updates constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Terms of Use

 

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the Website.

 

Educational and Informational Purposes Only

The content provided on this Website is intended solely for educational and informational purposes.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as psychological treatment, psychotherapy, performance consulting, coaching services, medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or a substitute for working directly with a qualified professional.

Any decisions made based on information obtained through this Website are solely the responsibility of the user.

 

No Professional Relationship

Viewing this Website, reading its content, submitting a contact form, sending an email, or otherwise communicating through the Website does not establish a psychologist-client relationship, therapeutic relationship, consulting relationship, coaching relationship, or any other professional relationship.

A professional relationship exists only after any required consultation, mutual agreement, and completion of applicable intake, consent, or engagement procedures.

 

No Guarantees

Information presented on this Website is provided in good faith. However, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or effectiveness of any information contained on the Website.

Individual outcomes vary, and no specific results are promised or guaranteed.

 

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Website, including text, graphics, images, logos, branding, layouts, downloads, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Dr. Shane Saenz and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Content may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

 

Testimonials and User Submissions

Any testimonials, reviews, endorsements, or statements appearing on this Website reflect individual experiences and are not guarantees of future outcomes.

If users submit comments, testimonials, feedback, or other content in the future, they grant permission for that content to be used, displayed, reproduced, and published in connection with Website operations, subject to applicable law.

 

Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or informational purposes.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, security, availability, or privacy practices of third-party websites. Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

Important Disclaimer

 

Not Emergency Services

This Website is not monitored for emergencies and should not be used for urgent communications.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, medical emergency, or believe there is an immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, contact local emergency services, or seek immediate assistance from an appropriate emergency resource.

Do not use the Website contact form for urgent or emergency situations.

 

No Clinical, Consulting, or Coaching Services Through the Website

The Website itself does not provide psychotherapy, psychological treatment, performance consulting, coaching services, diagnosis, or individualized professional advice.

Any information available on the Website is general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances.

No Warranties
This Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, all warranties are disclaimed, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and uninterrupted availability.

 

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Dr. Shane Saenz shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to the use of, inability to use, or reliance upon this Website or its content.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, or Website practices may be directed to:

Dr. Shane Saenz, PsyD, CMPC
San Diego, CA

Last Updated: June 1, 2026

Dr. Shane Saenz

5052 Clairemont Drive

PO Box #178521

San Diego, CA 92117

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Phone: 530-214-0824

Email: smsaenz@drshanesaenz.com

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