The provision of psychological services is conducted in full accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (R.A. 10173) and the Psychological Association of the Philippines' (PAP) Code of Ethics. The practitioner is a registered professional duly authorized for private practice in the Philippines, maintaining a valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) license and a current Permit to Operate (PTO), ensuring that all data processing meets legal, ethical, and regulatory mandates.
Collection and Use of Information
This website collects personal information via the inquiry form solely for the purpose of responding to your messages and scheduling consultations. Standard functional cookies are utilized to support scheduling features and evaluate basic website analytics. This platform is not monitored 24/7 and is not intended for emergency or crisis intervention. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are in immediate danger, please contact:
NCMH Crisis Hotline: 1553 (Toll-free) or 0917-899-8727
In Touch Crisis Line: (02) 8893-7603 or 0917-800-1123
Hopeline PH: (02) 8804-4673 or 0917-558-4673.
Data Protection
Robust administrative, technical security measures - including the use of encrypted, professional-grade systems and secure cookie parameters - are employed to protect your data from unauthorized access. These cookies do not track private medical records or sensitive health information. Your use of this website constitutes agreement with our privacy, cookie, ethical, safety and technical statements. As no electronic transmission is 100% secure, users are encouraged to reserve sensitive clinical details for formal sessions rather than initial website inquiry forms.
Your Rights
Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the right to access, update, object to cookie tracking via your browser settings, or request the deletion of your personal information collected through this website. Separate and detailed information regarding clinical confidentiality, its statutory limits, and professional records management will be fully provided and discussed during the formal intake process.
Notice
Submitting an inquiry through this website does not establish a formal psychologist-client relationship. For inquiries regarding data privacy or your rights under the Data Privacy Act, please contact consult@drmaricar.com
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