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Privacy Notice

 

Introduction

Welcome to Hannah Mckenny Counselling. This Privacy Notice explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information during our work together.

What Information I Collect

I collect and store information you provide, including:

  • Your name, contact details, and date of birth.

  • Health and wellbeing information you share during sessions.

  • Brief, anonymised session notes to support your therapy.

Why I Collect Your Information

  • To provide safe and effective counselling.

  • To keep accurate records of our sessions.

  • To meet legal and professional obligations.

How I Protect Your Information

  • Your information is stored securely, whether in digital or paper form.

  • I will not share your information without your consent, except when required by law (e.g., if there is a risk of harm).

How Long I Keep Your Information

I keep your records for 7 years after the end of therapy, as recommended by my professional body.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your information.

  • Correct any inaccurate data.

  • Request the deletion of your information (unless I have a legal reason to keep it).

  • Withdraw consent for me to use your data at any time.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Notice, please contact me at:

If you are unhappy with how I handle your information, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk/.

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