Last Updated: 12/21/2025

Ahava Shalom Family Counseling Center (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses Cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what Cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding Cookies.

Interpretation and Definitions

Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, mobile device, or other device by a website. Cookies contain information that allows the website to recognize your device and improve functionality.

Website

Refers to Ahava Shalom Family Counseling Center, accessible at
https://ahavashalom.com

You

Means the individual accessing or using the Website.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential / Necessary Cookies

Type: Session Cookies
Purpose:
These Cookies are required for the Website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, form submission, and security protections.

Without these Cookies, the Website may not function correctly.

2. Analytics & Performance Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies
Purpose:
We use third-party analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to collect anonymized information such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Browser and device type

• Approximate geographic location

This information is used solely for statistical analysis and website optimization. It does not identify you personally and is not linked to Protected Health Information (PHI).

3. Functionality Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies
Purpose:
These Cookies remember user preferences (such as language or region) to provide a more personalized experience and avoid re-entering settings on future visits.

4. Consent & Cookie Preference Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies
Purpose:
These Cookies record whether you have accepted or declined Cookies, ensuring compliance with privacy and consent regulations.

Important Healthcare & HIPAA Disclosure

• Cookies are never used to collect or store clinical, diagnostic, or treatment-related information.

• No Protected Health Information (PHI) is collected through Cookies.

• All clinical and intake data is collected outside of the Website using secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms.

Third-Party Cookies

Some Cookies may be placed by third-party service providers (such as Google Analytics). These providers are governed by their own privacy policies, and Ahava Shalom does not control their use of Cookies.

Managing Cookies

You may control or disable Cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling Cookies may impact Website functionality and user experience.

Instructions for managing Cookies are typically available in your browser’s help section.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Ahava Shalom Family Counseling Center is not responsible for damages resulting from Cookie disabling or browser restrictions.

• The Company and its therapists are not liable for third-party Cookie technologies used in compliance with industry standards.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: info@ahavashalom.com
🌐 Website: https://ahavashalom.com