Your Privacy Matters
Effective Date : January 28, 2026
Be Empowered Counseling LLC
Kacie Wilcox, MS, LLPC, NCC
Privacy Statement
Your privacy is taken seriously. All information shared through this website and in counseling services is handled in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality laws.
If you choose to become a client of the practice, you will be provided with a complete Notice of Privacy Practices and additional policies outlining confidentiality, its limits, and your rights as a client.
Website Privacy
1.Data Security
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This website uses SSL encryption (HTTPS) to protect data in transit
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Client scheduling and intake are processed through SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant platform
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We do not use website forms to collect protected health information
2.Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This information is not linked to your identity and is used only to improve our website.
3.Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Your Rights Under the No Surprises Act
Good Faith Estimate Notice
You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your therapy services will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don't have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
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You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services.
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Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item.
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If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
How to File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint. You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.
File a Complaint With:
Be Empowered Counseling LLC
Kacie Wilcox, MS, LLPC, NCC
Phone: (517) 881-4262
Email: beempoweredcounselingllc@gmail.com
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office for Civil Rights
Website: hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints
Michigan LARA
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Bureau of Professional Licensing Investigations & Inspections Division
P.O. Box 30670 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 241-0205
Website: michigan.gov/lara
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact:
Be Empowered Counseling LLC
Privacy Contact : Kacie Wilcox, MS, LLPC, NCC
Phone : (517) 881-4262
Email : beempoweredcounselingllc@gmail.com
Location : Lansing, Michigan
Telehealth available throughout Michigan