Last Updated: February 1, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Onward Psychiatry (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website located at https://onwardpsychiatry.com/ (the “Website”).
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy unless you disable them through your browser settings.
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What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile device) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical information about how visitors use the site.
Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you, but they may be linked to personal information you voluntarily provide through website forms.
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Types of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the Website to function properly. They enable core features such as website navigation, secure form submission, and session management. Without these cookies, the Website may not operate correctly.
B. Performance and Analytics Cookies
We may use analytics services, such as Google Analytics or similar tools, to collect aggregated, anonymized information about pages visited, time spent on the Website, device type and browser, and general geographic region. This information helps us understand how users interact with the Website and improve its functionality. Analytics cookies do not provide us with access to protected health information.
C. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember preferences such as language settings or previously entered non-medical form information. They improve user experience but are not essential to Website operation.
D. Third-Party Cookies
Some content or services on the Website may be provided by third parties, including embedded maps, video content, appointment scheduling platforms, or secure patient portals. These third parties may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. We do not control third-party cookie practices.
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Cookies and Health Information
We do not use cookies to collect or store protected health information. Any medical or psychiatric information submitted through secure intake forms or patient portals is handled separately under our Privacy Policy and in accordance with applicable laws.
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How Long Cookies Are Stored
Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted. The duration varies depending on the type of cookie used.
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Managing or Disabling Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view stored cookies, delete cookies, block cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.
For instructions, visit your browser’s help section for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.
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Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” settings. Because there is no consistent industry standard for handling these signals, our Website does not currently respond differently to Do Not Track requests.
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Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates become effective upon posting to the Website.
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Contact Information
Onward Psychiatry
1 Walpole Street, Suite #6
Norwood, MA 02062
Phone: (617) 958-6036
Email: [email protected]