Privacy Policy

Updated 12/01/2025

The Trauma & Executive Functioning Institute (“TEFI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, subscribe to our updates, participate in our research, or communicate with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information through our website and related digital services.

1. Information We Collect

Information you voluntarily provide

We may collect information that you choose to provide, such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Organization or affiliation
  • Messages you send through contact forms
  • Information submitted through research interest forms or program participation forms

Automatically collected information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on the site
  • Cookies and similar technologies

We do not use this information to identify individuals.

Research-related information

If you participate in TEFI research studies, you will receive a separate informed consent document describing what data will be collected, how it will be used, and how it will be protected. Research data is governed by the terms of each study’s consent process and may be subject to Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements.

2. How We Use Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Communicate with you
  • Provide updates about TEFI programs, research, and events
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Improve our website and digital services
  • Conduct research and analysis
  • Fulfill legal or compliance obligations

We do not sell personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our website or communications
  • Research partners or academic institutions when required by a study
  • Government agencies if required by law

We do not share personal information for advertising.

4. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Research data retention is determined by consent documents and IRB guidelines.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and understand site usage. You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies.

6. Security

We use reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect personal information. However, no online system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them through this site.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Request access to your information
  • Request corrections
  • Request deletion
  • Opt out of communications

To make a request, contact us at: privacy@tefinstitute.org

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The “Updated Date” above reflects the most recent revision.

10. Contact Us

Trauma & Executive Functioning Institute
100 Front Street
Suite 401 Unit 200
Worcester, MA 01608

(508) 734-4430
privacy@tefinstitute.org