Privacy Policy – Leigh Layne

Effective Date: June 6, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Leigh Layne, LLC. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our life coaching services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide:

Name, email address, phone number
Coaching session notes and progress records
Payment and billing information
Communication preferences
Information shared during coaching sessions

Automatically Collected Information:

IP address and browser information
Website usage data and analytics
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide life coaching services and support
Schedule and conduct coaching sessions via Zoom
Process payments and maintain billing records
Send service-related communications
Improve our services and website experience
Comply with legal obligations

ICF Ethical Standards Compliance

As an ICF (International Coaching Federation) certified professional coach, we adhere to the ICF Code of Ethics and Core Competencies, which include strict confidentiality requirements:

Professional Confidentiality: All coaching conversations and client information are held in strict confidence in accordance with ICF ethical standards • Informed Consent: Clients are fully informed about the nature of coaching, confidentiality limits, and their rights • Professional Development: Client information may be used for coaching supervision or professional development purposes only with identifying details removed and in compliance with ICF guidelines • Referral Protocol: When appropriate, we follow ICF standards for referring clients to other professionals

We maintain confidentiality standards that meet or exceed ICF (International Coaching Federation) requirements for certified professional coaches.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal requirements
To protect our rights and safety
With trusted service providers (payment processors, scheduling tools)
For coaching supervision or professional development (with identifying details removed and in compliance with ICF guidelines)

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

Secure data transmission and storage
Regular security assessments
Limited access to personal information
Confidential coaching session records maintained per ICF standards

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access and update your personal information
Request deletion of your data
Opt-out of marketing communications
Request a copy of your information
Understand the limits of confidentiality as outlined by ICF standards

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services such as:

Zoom for coaching sessions
Payment processors for billing
Analytics tools for website improvement

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Coaching records are maintained according to ICF professional standards and ethical guidelines.

Children’s Privacy

While we provide coaching services to teens, we obtain parental consent before collecting information from individuals under 18, in accordance with both legal requirements and ICF ethical standards for coaching minors.

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at:

Email: info@leighlayne.com

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or website notice.