Privacy Notice
Linda Clark Counselling is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly in accordance with UK data protection law.
Who I Am
I am Linda Clark, a counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
ICO Registration Number: A8732898
Information I Collect
If you contact me by email, telephone, text message, contact form or enquiry form, I may collect:
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Your name
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Information you choose to share about your enquiry
How Your Information Is Used
I use your information to:
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Respond to your enquiry
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Arrange appointments
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Provide counselling services
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Meet legal, professional and regulatory requirements
Your information will not be sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Confidentiality
Any information shared during counselling is treated confidentially. There are limited circumstances where information may need to be disclosed, such as where required by law, safeguarding concerns, or where there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or others.
How Long Information Is Kept
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to provide services and meet legal, professional and regulatory requirements.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
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Access your information
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion of information in certain circumstances
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Restrict or object to processing where applicable
For more information about your rights, visit the ICO website.
Data Protection Complaints
If you have any concerns about how I handle your personal information, please contact me in the first instance:
Email: counsellinglinda@gmail.com
I will investigate your concerns and respond as promptly as possible.
If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Website: www.ico.org.uk
Contact
Linda Clark Counselling
Email: counsellinglinda@gmail.com
Telephone: 07935 430700