Privacy Notice for Compassionate Minds Ltd

Updated 12/03/2024

Introduction: At Compassionate Minds Ltd, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients’ information. This privacy notice explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

The Data We Collect: We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Personal identifiers (e.g., name, date of birth)
• Contact details (e.g., address, phone number, email)
• Health information relevant to your therapy
• Session notes and treatment plans

How We Use Your Data: Your personal data is used to:

• Provide you with psychological assessment and therapy services
• Arrange appointments and communicate with you about your care
• Maintain clinical records as required by professional and legal standards

Lawful Basis for Processing: We process your personal data on the basis of:

• Your explicit consent for specific purposes
• The necessity for the performance of a contract (your therapy)
• Compliance with a legal obligation (e.g., record-keeping)

Data Sharing and Disclosure: We will not share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except where required by law or in the case of a safeguarding concern.

Data Security: We have implemented appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from accidental loss, unauthorised access, use, alteration, or disclosure.

Your Rights: Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

Contact Information: For any questions or concerns regarding this privacy notice or your data, please contact: shradha@compassionateminds.uk

Changes to This Notice: We may update this privacy notice from time to time. The latest version will always be available on compassionateminds.uk