Effective Date: November 8, 2025

Last Updated: November 8, 2025

The Jeffrey Young Schema Therapy Association (JYSTA) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for an event, or interact with us through our online platforms.

By using our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms described here.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly:

Name, email address, phone number, and payment details when you register for an event or membership.

Additional attendee information (such as names and emails of ticket holders).

Messages, inquiries, or forms you submit through our website or email.

Information collected automatically:

IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system.

Usage data such as pages visited, duration of visits, and referral source.

Cookies and similar technologies used for analytics and site performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

Process event registrations, memberships, and payments.

Deliver your tickets, receipts, and event updates.

Send you essential service communications, reminders, or confirmations.

Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.

Send marketing updates only if you have explicitly opted in.

Improve our website performance and user experience.

Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.

We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data only where a lawful basis exists under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Contractual necessity: to fulfill your event or membership registration.

Legitimate interests: to operate our website and communicate with members.

Consent:  for optional marketing and newsletters.

Legal obligation: to meet accounting or compliance requirements.

You may withdraw consent for marketing at any time.

4. Sharing Your Information

We share data only with trusted service providers who process information on our behalf under data protection agreements. These partners help us deliver secure and reliable services:

DreamHost: website hosting and server infrastructure

WordPress & Elementor: content management and website design platform

Ticket Tailor:  event ticketing and registration

Stripe: secure payment processing

Mailchimp: optional marketing and email communications

Zapier & Make.com (Integromat): workflow automation between services such as Ticket Tailor, Stripe, and Mailchimp

Buffer: scheduling and managing social media content

Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn: for event promotion, social sharing, and engagement

All providers process data in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy laws.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to:

Deliver the services you’ve requested,

Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations, or

Maintain accurate membership and event participation records.

When your information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence, including the United States.

When this occurs, we apply appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent measures to ensure compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access and receive a copy of your personal data.

Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data.

Withdraw consent for marketing communications.

Object to or restrict certain data processing activities.

Request portability of your data to another provider.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@schematherapyassociation.org

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you may also lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).

8. California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal data collected.

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal exceptions).

Opt out of any “sale” or “sharing” of personal data (we do not sell or share personal information for monetary value).

Request correction of inaccurate data.

To exercise these rights, email privacy@schematherapyassociation.org with “CCPA Request” in the subject line.

We will not discriminate against anyone who exercises their privacy rights.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze traffic.

Cookies may be set by us or by third parties (such as Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Buffer, and social media platforms).

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

If you disable cookies, some website features may not function properly.

A cookie consent banner appears on our website to manage your preferences.

10. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

SSL/TLS encryption for all transactions,

Secure data storage through DreamHost,

Access controls restricted to authorized personnel, and

Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities.

Despite these efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If we learn that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

12. Global Participation and Fair Pricing

As part of our mission to make Schema Therapy accessible globally, JYSTA offers membership and event pricing based on World Bank Country Classifications (A–D).

This ensures equitable participation for clinicians worldwide, consistent with our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our operations.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information, please contact:

Jeffrey Young Schema Therapy Association (JYSTA)

Email: privacy@schematherapyassociation.org

Website: https://www.schematherapyassociation.orWebsite: https://www.schematherapyassociation.org