Last updated: 6th March 2026
This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or contact me about therapy services.
I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who I Am
Ceri Tuchband
cerituchband@gmail.com
I am the data controller responsible for your personal information.
What Information I Collect
I may collect the following information when you use my website or contact me:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any information you choose to share in a contact form or email
If you become a client, additional personal and clinical information may be collected as part of the therapeutic process. Details about how this information is handled will be provided in a separate therapy agreement and privacy notice.
How I Use Your Information
I use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries about therapy services
- Arrange and manage appointments
- Provide therapeutic services (where applicable)
- Maintain appropriate records
- Comply with legal and professional obligations
I do not sell, rent, or share your personal data for marketing purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:
- Legitimate interests – responding to enquiries and managing my practice
- Contract – when providing therapy services
- Legal obligations – where record keeping is required
- Explicit consent – where sensitive personal data is involved
How Your Data Is Stored
Your information is stored securely using appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Where therapy services are provided, clinical notes are kept securely and confidentially in accordance with professional ethical guidelines.
How Long I Keep Your Data
- Enquiries that do not lead to therapy may be retained for a short period before being deleted.
- Client records are typically retained for 7 years after the end of therapy, in line with professional recommendations.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data I hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
- Restrict or object to how your data is processed
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
ICO website: https://ico.org.uk
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Where your data is sent
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