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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 06/16/2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Mind & Muscle Psychotherapy LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you subscribe to or interact with our Substack newsletter and community.

1. Information We Collect

When you subscribe, comment, or otherwise interact with our Substack, we may collect:

  • Email address (required for subscription)

  • Name or username (if provided)

  • Payment information (if you are a paid subscriber; processed securely by Substack/Stripe)

  • Engagement data (such as opens, clicks, and interactions with posts)

  • Voluntary information you choose to share in comments or chat

We do not intentionally collect sensitive clinical or health information through Substack.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Deliver newsletters and updates

  • Manage subscriptions (free and paid)

  • Respond to comments or messages

  • Improve content and reader experience

  • Monitor engagement and performance of posts

  • Maintain community safety and enforce guidelines

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Clinical Services Disclaimer

This Substack is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute psychotherapy, psychological treatment, or a therapeutic relationship.

Engaging with this content does not establish a client–provider relationship with Mind & Muscle Psychotherapy LLC.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need clinical support, please contact a licensed provider or emergency services in your area.

4. Substack & Third-Party Services

We use Substack and its payment processor (Stripe) to manage subscriptions and deliver content. These third-party platforms may collect and process your data according to their own privacy policies:

We do not control how these services handle your data.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Substack may use cookies or similar technologies to understand reader behavior and improve platform functionality. You can adjust cookie settings through your browser.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We may share limited information only when necessary to:

  • Operate the newsletter (e.g., Substack infrastructure)

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect the safety and integrity of the community

7. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as you are subscribed or as needed to provide services. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent for communications

  • Export your data

To make a request, contact us at: [your email address]

9. Children’s Privacy

This Substack is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.