Cookie Policy

Effective date: 1/1/2026
Last updated: 1/23/26

This Cookie Policy explains how GWS Psychiatry (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://gwspsychiatry.com (the “Site”).

1) What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and support features like form security and site performance.

2) How we use cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Keep the Site running securely and reliably

  • Support core functions like page navigation and form submissions

  • Help the Site work as intended across devices and browsers

We do not use advertising cookies, and we do not use third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics or Meta Pixel.

3) Cookies we use

Below is a list of cookies currently used on this Site. Because this website is hosted on Squarespace, some cookies may be set by Squarespace to provide essential site functionality.

Cookie list

  1. Category: Essential / Strictly Necessary
    Cookie: rc::a
    Provider: www.google.com
    Service: reCAPTCHA (view service privacy policy)
    Type: html_local_storage
    Purpose: Used to track and analyze user behavior to distinguish humans from bots or automated software.
    Expires in: Persistent

  2. Category: Performance & Functionality
    Cookie: test
    Provider: GWS Psychiatry / www.gwspsychiatry.com
    Service: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
    Type: html_local_storage
    Duration: Persistent

  3. Category: Analytics & Customization
    Cookie: crumb
    Provider: www.gwspsychiatry.com
    Type: server_cookie
    Service: Showtime Analytics (view service privacy policy)
    Purpose: The crumb cookie is used in order to recognize a computer when a user visits our website. It also prevents cross-site request forgery.
    Duration: Session

Note: Cookie durations and behavior can vary by browser/device and platform updates.

4) Your choices and managing cookies

Because we do not use advertising cookies and this Site is intended for a U.S. audience, we do not require opt-in consent for non-essential cookies in most cases. You can still control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Delete cookies: You can delete existing cookies through your browser settings.

  • Block cookies: You can set your browser to block cookies, but parts of the Site (especially forms) may not function properly.

Browser help pages:

  • Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge (see your browser’s settings/help section)

5) Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will update the “Last updated” date above.

6) Contact us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:
GWS Psychiatry
Email: frontoffice@garystableinmd.com