Last Updated: 2/23/2026

1. Scope and Application
1.1. This Privacy Policy describes how Maria Gambino (“Maria Gambino,” “Company,” “we,”
“our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, discloses, and otherwise processes information in
connection with your access to and use of the website located at www.MariaGambino.com (the
“Website”), including all content, contact forms, mailing list subscriptions, email
communications, program information, coaching inquiries, and related services made available
through the Website (collectively, the “Services”).

1.2. This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors to MariaGambino.com and to any individual who
submits information through the Website or communicates with us via email.

1.3. By accessing MariaGambino.com, submitting information, joining the mailing list, or
otherwise communicating with us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this
Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described herein.

1.4. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through MariaGambino.com and
does not apply to third-party websites, scheduling platforms, payment processors, or social
media platforms that may be linked from the Website.

2. Professional Services Disclosure
2.1. Maria Gambino is a licensed psychotherapist, certified conscious parenting coach, and
founder of the Adult Frequency Method. The Website provides general information regarding
these professional services.

2.2. Submission of information through MariaGambino.com does not establish a therapist-client
relationship, coaching relationship, or other professional relationship unless and until a separate
written agreement is executed.

2.3. The Website is not intended for emergency or crisis communications. If you are
experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, you should contact emergency services or a
qualified healthcare provider immediately.

2.4. The content provided on MariaGambino.com is for informational and educational purposes
only. Nothing on the Website constitutes or is intended to constitute medical advice, mental
health advice, psychological diagnosis, treatment, or therapeutic recommendations.

2.5. Viewing the Website, subscribing to communications, or contacting Maria Gambino through
the Website does not establish a therapist-client relationship, coaching relationship, or any other
professional relationship unless and until a separate written agreement is executed.

2.6. You should not rely on information presented on MariaGambino.com as a substitute for
individualized professional advice from a qualified healthcare provider.

2.7. Decisions regarding mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment should be made in
consultation with a licensed healthcare provider familiar with your specific circumstances.

3. Categories of Information Collected
3.1. We may collect the following categories of information:
(a) Contact Information, including name, email address, telephone number, and mailing address;
(b) Mailing List Information, including email address and subscription preferences when you
join the list for early updates and release information;
(c) Inquiry Information, including information you voluntarily provide when requesting services
or submitting questions;
(d) Communication Records, including correspondence sent to or received from us via contact
forms or email;
(e) Technical and Usage Information, including IP address, browser type, device information,
referring URLs, and website interaction data.

3.2. The specific information collected depends on how you interact with MariaGambino.com.

4. Information You Provide Directly
4.1. We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
(a) complete a contact form;
(b) join the mailing list;
(c) send an email to an address published on the Website;
(d) request information about therapy, coaching, programs, or events.

4.2. You are not required to submit detailed personal health information through
MariaGambino.com. You are solely responsible for the content you choose to submit.

4.3. Submission of information is voluntary. However, certain Services may not be available if
requested information is not provided.

5. Automatically Collected Information
5.1. When you access MariaGambino.com, certain information may be collected automatically
through cookies, server logs, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

5.2. Automatically collected information may include IP address, browser type, operating
system, pages visited, time spent on the Website, and general interaction data.

5.3. This information is used for website functionality, analytics, security monitoring, and
performance improvement.

5.4. You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect
certain Website features.

6. Use of Information
6.1. Information collected through MariaGambino.com may be used for the following purposes:
(a) Responding to inquiries and communications;
(b) Providing information about services, programs, and offerings;
(c) Delivering newsletters, updates, and release announcements to subscribed individuals;
(d) Scheduling consultations or sessions;
(e) Maintaining internal business records;
(f) Complying with legal, ethical, and professional obligations;
(g) Protecting the rights, safety, and security of the Company and others.

6.2. If you provide your email address or other contact information, we may contact you
regarding your inquiry or related services. You may unsubscribe from marketing
communications at any time using the unsubscribe mechanism provided or by contacting us
directly.

6.3. We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration.

7. Sensitive and Health-Related Information
7.1. MariaGambino.com is informational in nature and is not intended as a secure client portal
for the routine transmission of protected health information.

7.2. If you voluntarily provide health-related or sensitive personal information through a contact
form or email, such information may be stored and processed in accordance with this Privacy
Policy.

7.3. Confidentiality obligations applicable to psychotherapy services are governed by applicable
law and separate client agreements, not solely by this Website.

8. Disclosure of Information
8.1. We may share information as reasonably necessary to operate MariaGambino.com and
provide Services, including with:
(a) Website hosting providers;
(b) Email marketing service providers;
(c) Scheduling or payment service providers, if utilized;
(d) Professional advisors such as legal or accounting professionals;
(e) Governmental authorities where required by law.

8.2. We may disclose information if required by court order, subpoena, regulatory request, or
where disclosure is necessary to comply with professional or legal obligations.

8.3. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

9. Data Retention
9.1. We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes
described in this Privacy Policy, including maintaining mailing lists, responding to inquiries, and
complying with professional recordkeeping obligations.

9.2. Retention periods may vary depending on applicable licensing, ethical, and legal
requirements.

10. Data Security
10.1. We implement commercially reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed
to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

10.2. No internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely
secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children and Age Restriction
11.1. MariaGambino.com is intended for individuals eighteen (18) years of age or older.

11.2. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of
eighteen.

11.3. If we become aware that information from a minor has been collected without appropriate
authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information.

12. Your Rights
12.1. Subject to applicable law, you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain
personal information by contacting us using the information provided below.

12.2. We may request verification of identity before responding to such requests.

12.3. Depending on your jurisdiction of residence, you may have additional rights under
applicable privacy laws, including the right to request information regarding the categories of
personal information collected, the purposes for which such information is used, and the
categories of third parties with whom such information is disclosed.

12.4. We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration and do not use personal
information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

12.5. California Residents. If you are a resident of the State of California, you may have certain
rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights
Act. Subject to applicable thresholds and exceptions, these rights may include:
(a) The right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information
collected about you;
(b) The right to request correction of inaccurate personal information;
(c) The right to request deletion of personal information, subject to legal and professional
retention obligations;
(d) The right to know the categories of third parties with whom personal information is shared;
(e) The right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising applicable privacy rights.

12.6. Requests to exercise applicable privacy rights may be submitted using the contact
information provided below.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
13.1. We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes
in business practices, legal requirements, or Website functionality.

13.2. Updates will be posted on MariaGambino.com with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13.3. Continued use of the Website after updates are posted constitutes acknowledgment of the
revised Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or privacy practices related to
MariaGambino.com, you may contact:
Contact (at) MariaGambino.com