Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Your privacy is critical to me, and I am committed to protecting your personal information. I collect and store your data solely to provide counselling and therapy services. I adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Your data will be stored securely and only retained as long as necessary. For more detailed information, please refer to my full Privacy Statement or contact me with any questions.

Privacy Policy Summary

At the heart of my practice is a commitment to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled with the utmost care and responsibility. I collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you book an appointment, fill out a contact form, or subscribe to newsletters or updates. The types of personal data collected may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide. This information is used to schedule and manage appointments, respond to inquiries, send newsletters and updates, and improve the website and services offered. Your data will not be shared with third parties except as necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect rights and property, prevent wrongdoing, or protect the personal safety of users or the public.

I use appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure and protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Personal data will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. They will be securely deleted once they are no longer needed. You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, subject to legal requirements. Please get in touch with me directly if you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled.
 

Information Collection and Use

I collect client information through consent forms and additional details to gather information such as name, address, phone number, and any further details necessary for appointments and responding to queries. I do not offer subscriptions for updates or newsletters. The data collected will be used solely to enhance my services and ensure compliance with data protection regulations by GDPR policy. I am committed to protecting your privacy and not sharing your information with unauthorised third parties.

Professional Guidelines and Ethical Standards

My commitment to you goes beyond just protecting your data. I adhere to the professional and ethical standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), the UK Reiki Federation, and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). This commitment ensures that your information is handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect for your privacy. These guidelines and standards are not just a formality but fundamental to my practice and my dedication to maintaining trust and credibility with my clients.