PRIVACY STATEMENT
This is to inform you what data I am collecting from you and what I intend to do with it.

WHAT DATA DO I KEEP AND WHY DO I NEED IT?
Name and age: This is basic information that helps me get to know you.
Address, email address, phone number: I use this as a away of contacting you regarding your sessions. I will mainly use the method you first contacted me on, but if I cannot reach you, I will try a different method.
Next of kin/medical professional’s details:If I was worried that you were at risk then I may need to contact your next of kin or medical professional, if I can. I will let you know when/if I am going to do this.
Session notes: I keep brief notes of our session(s) either in handwriting or on my computer.

WILL I SHARE YOUR DATA AND IF I DO, WHO WILL I SHARE IT WITH AND FOR WHAT PURPOSE?
It is very unlikely that I will share your data. I will not sell it on or use it for unethical reasons. I may have to share it if my notes are subpoenaed by court. If you or anyone you tell me about is at harm or risk of harm, I may have to pass this information on. I may also discuss your case during supervision but I only use your first name.

HOW WILL I STORE YOUR DATA?
It is either stored as hard copy in a locked filing cabinet or on my password protected computer. Your phone number(s) may be kept in my mobile phone with your first name and last initial. Only I will access your information.

HOW LONG WILL I STORE YOUR DATA FOR AND HOW WILL I DISPOSE OF IT?
I will keep your details and session notes for the time required by my insurer. After this time I will destroy any document with your personal information and delete your phone number out of my mobile phone.