Privacy Policy

This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and store your personal information in line with UK data protection law (UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018).

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Who I Am:

I am a counsellor in private practice. I am the data controller for any personal information you share with me.

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What Information I Collect:

I may collect and store the following information:

• Your name and contact details (such as email address and phone number)

• An address and emergency contact number in case I need to ask for a welfare check

• Information you provide when you get in touch or attend sessions

• Brief notes relating to our work together

 

How I Use Your Information:

I use your information to:

• Respond to enquiries

• Arrange and provide counselling sessions

• Maintain brief records of our work

• Meet professional and legal responsibilities, such as attending supervision.

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Confidentiality:

Everything you share in counselling is treated as confidential. The main exception is if there is a risk of serious harm to yourself or others, or where required by law.

I also discuss my work in regular supervision. This is done in a way that protects your identity.

 

How Your Information Is Stored:

Your information is stored securely and kept only for as long as necessary in line with professional guidelines.

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This may include:

• Secure digital storage (password-protected)

• Locked physical storage (if applicable)

 

How Long I Keep Your Information:

I typically retain records for 5–7 years after our work ends, in line with professional recommendations. After this time, records are securely destroyed.

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Your Rights:

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information I hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

• Withdraw consent where relevant

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Please note that there may be limits to these rights in certain circumstances (for example, where I am required to retain records for legal or ethical reasons).

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Cookies and Website Use:

This website may use basic cookies to improve functionality. No personal data is collected without your knowledge.

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Contact:

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you are welcome to get in touch.

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You also have the right to raise a concern with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you are unhappy with how your data is handled.