Privacy Policy

At womensworkmatters.co.uk??, your privacy is important to me.. As a consultant psychologist specialising in helping women with chronic functional physical and neurological disorders, I am committed to handling your personal data with the utmost care and in accordance with data protection laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use and safeguard your information.

 

What I Do

As a consultant psychologist, I work to support women experiencing chronic functional physical and neurological disorders. My aim is to help you achieve better well-being and quality of life through personalised psychological services. The nature of my work requires the collection of some personal data to provide appropriate care and services.

 

How We Obtain Your Personal Data

I collect personal data directly from you when you:

• Fill out forms on the website, such as a contact form or questionnaire.
• Communicate with me via email, phone, or during consultations.
• Access services provided, which may require additional information for treatment purposes.
• Data collected may include your name, contact details, health information, and other relevant personal details necessary to provide you with psychological services.

 

How We Use Your Personal Data

I use your personal data to:

• Provide psychological services tailored to your individual needs.
• Communicate with you about your appointments, treatment plans, or any other relevant information.
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations, such as maintaining accurate records for professional practice.
• Your data will only be used for the purposes for which it was collected unless I have your explicit consent to use it for other reasons.

 

Do You Share My Information With Other Organisations?

I do not share your personal information with third parties unless:

• You have given explicit consent for me to do so.
• There is a legal requirement to share your data.
• It is necessary for your treatment, and only with other healthcare professionals involved in your care, with your consent.
• I will always seek your permission before sharing sensitive information and ensure that any third parties adhere to data protection laws.

 

What Are Your Rights?

You have several rights concerning your personal data, including:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
• Correction: You can ask me to update or correct inaccurate information.
• Deletion: You have the right to request that I delete your data under certain circumstances.
• Restriction: You can request a restriction on how your data is used.
• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data.

To exercise your rights, please contact me using the details provided on my website.

 

What Safeguards Are in Place to Ensure Data That Identifies Me Is Secure?

I take the security of your personal data seriously and have implemented safeguards to protect it, including:

• Secure storage of paper records in locked cabinets.
• Encryption and password protection for electronic records.
• Access controls to ensure that only authorised personnel have access to your information.
• Regular reviews are conducted to ensure that data protection measures remain effective.

 

How Long Do You Hold My Data?

I will retain your personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized. Legal or regulatory requirements may necessitate the retention of some information for a longer period.

Analytics

To improve my website and understand how visitors interact with the site, I may collect and analyse anonymous data using website analytics tools. This data does not identify individual users and is used solely to enhance the website’s functionality and content.

Complaints

If you have any concerns or complaints regarding the use of your personal data, please contact me directly via the contact details provided on the website. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has not been handled in compliance with the law.

For further information about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your data, please feel free to get in touch via the contact form on my website at nikkischeiner.co.uk.