Effective date: July 14, 2026
Who we are
Patterson Behavior Services, LLC (“we,” “us”) is a behavior-analytic therapy practice located in Arlington, Virginia. This policy explains what information we collect through this website (pattersonbehavior.com) and how we use it.
Information you provide to us
We collect information you choose to share when you contact us by email, phone, or fax; complete our application or intake forms (hosted by Google Forms through our secured Google Workspace account); or subscribe to our email updates. Depending on the form, this may include your name, contact details, and information about your child and family relevant to requesting our services.
Health information
Information about clients and prospective clients is protected health information and is handled in accordance with HIPAA and our Notice of Privacy Practices, which we provide during intake. Please use our application form rather than general email for detailed information about your child.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies. Our site uses Google Analytics to understand general visitor patterns (pages visited, approximate location, device type). This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. Some pages embed third-party services that may set their own cookies, including Google Maps (our location map), Google Forms (our application forms), YouTube (educational videos), and social sharing buttons. We link to our Facebook page but do not run Facebook tracking on this site.
How we use information
We use the information we collect to respond to inquiries, evaluate applications for services, schedule consultations, send updates you have requested, and improve our website. We do not sell personal information, and we do not use it for third-party advertising.
Sharing
We share information only with service providers that help us operate (such as our website host and Google Workspace), when required by law, or with your consent. Client records are shared only as permitted by HIPAA.
Security and retention
Our website uses HTTPS encryption, security monitoring, and regular backups. We retain information only as long as needed for the purposes above or as required by law and our clinical record-keeping obligations.
Children’s privacy
Our website is intended for parents, caregivers, and professionals — not for use by children. Information about child clients is collected from parents or guardians and handled under HIPAA as described above.
Your choices
You may unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link in any message. You may contact us to review, correct, or request deletion of information you have submitted through this website. You can also set your browser to refuse cookies.
Contact us
Questions about this policy or your information: ally@pattersonbehavior.com or 571-317-1044.