Bridging Seasons LLC –

Privacy & Data Use Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Bridging Seasons LLC (“Bridging Seasons,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information provided through this website, electronic forms, email communication, and participation in services.

Bridging Seasons is a non-clinical practice offering mediation, peer support, group facilitation, and educational services. This policy applies to all visitors, clients, and users of the website and affiliated communication channels.

By using this website or submitting information, you consent to the practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

Bridging Seasons may collect the following types of information:

Personal Contact Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address (if provided)

Service-Related Information

  • Details submitted through intake forms

  • Group request information

  • Age ranges of participants

  • Preferences regarding services

  • Scheduling information

Technical Information

Automatically collected through Squarespace or integrated services:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Cookies (see section below)

Optional Information

Provided only if you choose to share it:

  • Goals for mediation or support

  • Accessibility needs

  • Any additional information volunteered via forms or communication

Bridging Seasons does not knowingly collect information from minors without the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Personal information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries or requests

  • To schedule sessions or consultations

  • To provide services requested

  • To personalize communication

  • To maintain records for service delivery

  • To improve website functionality

  • To comply with legal obligations (e.g., mandated reporting)

  • To send relevant updates if you subscribe to email notifications

Information is used only as reasonably necessary to fulfill the services offered by Bridging Seasons.

4. How Your Information Is Protected

Bridging Seasons takes reasonable administrative, physical, and technological measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure devices

  • Password-protected accounts

  • Limited access to client information

  • Use of reputable, encrypted third-party platforms (e.g., Squarespace, email providers)

However, no electronic system can guarantee complete security. By using this website, you acknowledge that information submitted electronically may carry inherent risks.

5. Third-Party Services

Bridging Seasons may use third-party platforms or tools such as:

  • Squarespace (website hosting & forms)

  • Email service providers

  • Payment processors (if applicable)

  • Scheduling tools

  • Social media platforms

These third parties have their own privacy policies. Bridging Seasons is not responsible for their practices, though reasonable efforts are made to use reputable providers.

Bridging Seasons does not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The website may use cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Monitor website traffic

  • Enhance website functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function fully without them.

7. Confidentiality

Bridging Seasons values the privacy of all individuals; however, confidentiality is not absolute.

Confidentiality may be limited by:

  • Mandated reporting laws

  • Threats of harm to self or others

  • Abuse, neglect, or exploitation of minors, elders, or vulnerable adults

  • Legal requirements or court orders

  • Group settings, where confidentiality cannot be guaranteed

Bridging Seasons will take all reasonable steps to maintain privacy while complying with legal responsibilities.

8. Youth Information & Parental Consent

For individuals under 19 years of age (Nebraska age of majority):

  • Parent/guardian consent is required

  • Only information necessary for participation is collected

  • Parents/guardians may request access to the minor’s information

  • Minors are not asked to provide sensitive personal details without consent

9. Email Communication

If you contact Bridging Seasons via email or submit a form, your message and contact details may be stored to support communication.
Email is not always encrypted; please avoid sending sensitive personal information through email.

10. Data Retention

Bridging Seasons retains information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide requested services

  • Maintain appropriate records

  • Comply with legal, ethical, and reporting obligations

You may request deletion of your information, subject to legal limitations.

11. Your Rights

You may request at any time to:

  • Review the information held about you

  • Correct inaccuracies

  • Request limited use or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for communication

  • Unsubscribe from email lists

Requests can be submitted via the contact information on the website.

12. Changes to This Policy

Bridging Seasons may update this Privacy Policy as needed. When updates occur, the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any changes.

13. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to request access, correction, or deletion of personal information, please contact:

Bridging Seasons LLC
Sidney, Nebraska
 www.info@bridgingseasons.com

Last Updated: 12/12/2025