Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or contact me regarding therapy services.
I am the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Contact details:
Email: info@evokeuk.co.uk
2. Information I Collect
I may collect and process the following personal data:
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Identity and Contact Data: name, email address, phone number, and any information you choose to share when contacting me
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and information about how you use the website
3. How I Collect Your Information
I collect information in the following ways:
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Directly from you: when you contact me via the website, email, or arrange a consultation
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Automatically: through cookies and similar technologies when you use the website
4. How I Use Your Information
I use your information to:
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Respond to enquiries and arrange consultations or sessions
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Provide therapeutic services
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Maintain records in line with professional, ethical, and legal requirements
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Improve the website and user experience
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Send updates only where you have chosen to receive them
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK data protection law, I rely on:
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Legitimate interests – to respond to enquiries and provide therapy services
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Consent – where you have given permission (e.g. receiving updates)
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Legal obligation – where I am required to retain records
6. Confidentiality
Information shared within a therapeutic relationship is treated with strict confidentiality in accordance with professional ethical standards.
There are rare circumstances where I may need to disclose information, such as:
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Where there is a risk of serious harm to you or others
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Where required by law
Where possible, this would be discussed with you first.
7. Sharing Your Information
I do not sell your personal data.
I may share your data with trusted third-party providers (such as website hosting or email services) where necessary to operate my practice. These providers are required to keep your data secure and confidential.
8. Data Storage and Retention
I take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data.
Your information is stored securely and accessed only when necessary.
Client records are typically retained for up to 7 years after the end of therapy, in line with professional standards and legal requirements.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
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Request deletion of your data where appropriate
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Restrict or object to processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact: info@evokeuk.co.uk
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office.
10. Cookies
This website uses cookies to improve your experience and understand how the site is used.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
11. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
12. Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: info@evokeuk.co.uk
13. Consent
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.