Privacy Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is responsible for ensuring my information is safe?

Kathryn Dombrowicz is the data controller and data processor who is responsible for your personal data (GDPR, 2018).

For information, the UK supervisory authority for data protection issues is the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) (www.ico.org.uk).

How is data obtained and what information is held?

Information is obtained via:

• Information you share via contact form, telephone or email enquiry
• Therapeutic sessions in person, online or by telephone
• Your referring GP, Consultant Psychiatrist, health insurance provider or other professional

What information is held?

Personal information is collected and held in order to provide support and treatment and may include:

• Name and contact information such as email address and telephone number
• Next of kin details in case emergency contact is required
• Demographic information such as postcode and preferences
• GP details
• Transaction data such as payment details

Why is personal information held?

Information is held in order to:

• To understand your specific needs and to provide you with better care
• Internal record maintenance
• Aid the review and development of tailored therapeutic services

Confidentiality and Control of your information

Confidentiality

Your personal information will not be shared with any third party without your explicit written consent. However, please note there are legal exceptions to this duty of confidentiality:

• • Court order
  • Risk to yourself or to others
  • Child protection

Controlling your personal information

You may request details of personal information held about you under the Data Protection Act 1998. If you would like a copy of this information, please make a request in writing to Kathryn Dombrowicz Psychotherapy via: kathryn@clinicalpsychotherapy.org

If you believe any information being held by you is incorrect or incomplete, please advise in writing via the above email address. Any information found to be incorrect will be correct promptly.