Privacy Policy

 Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used and protected when you visit this website, make an enquiry, or engage in counselling services.

Respect for privacy, confidentiality, and client autonomy sits at the heart of ethical counselling practice. Your information is handled with care, transparency, and professionalism at all times.

Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to:

• Visitors to this website
• Individuals who make enquiries
• Clients receiving counselling services

What Personal Information Is Collected

I may collect the following information:

• Name, email address and telephone number
• Information you choose to share via contact forms or email
• Anonymous website usage data (via cookies)
   

Therapy-related information is not collected through this website.

How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used only for legitimate purposes, including:

• Responding to enquiries
• Managing appointments and communication
• Providing counselling services
• Maintaining professional and legal records
• Improving website functionality and user experience
   

Your data is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.

Website Cookies & Analytics

This website may use cookies to ensure it functions properly and to collect anonymous usage data.

Cookies do not identify you personally. You can accept or decline cookies via your browser settings or the site’s cookie banner.

This website may include links to third-party websites (such as professional bodies or resources). I am not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information held about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your data where appropriate
• Restrict or object to how your data is processed
• Raise concerns about how your data is handled
   

Requests can be made by contacting me directly.

You also have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you have concerns about how your data is being used.

Review of This Policy

This Privacy Policy is reviewed regularly and updated as required.

Last reviewed: March 2026