Who we are

Our website address is: https://marinebauer.com.

Marine Hypnotherapy is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office and complies with UK data protection legislation.

What Data We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Appointment history
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Health-related information relevant to therapy
• Session notes

This information is collected when:

• you attend therapy sessions
• you contact us
• you book a session

How Your Data Is Used

Your data is used only to:

• provide hypnotherapy services
• manage appointments
• maintain professional records
• communicate regarding sessions

Your information will never be sold or shared for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing Data

Under UK GDPR, the lawful bases for processing your data are:

• Consent
• Provision of healthcare services
• Legitimate interests related to professional record keeping

How Your Data Is Stored

Client records are stored securely using:

• locked paper records
• password-protected digital storage

Appropriate security measures are in place to prevent unauthorised access.

Data Retention

Data is retained in line with professional practice standards:

• Adults: 7 years after the final session
• Minors: until the age of 25

After this period, records are securely destroyed.

Confidentiality

All information shared in therapy is confidential.

However, confidentiality may be broken if:

• there is risk of serious harm
• safeguarding concerns arise
• disclosure is required by law

What rights you have over your data

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• access your personal data
• request correction of inaccurate data
• request deletion where appropriate
• withdraw consent

Requests can be made via email.

Contact

If you have questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact contact@marinebauer.com.

If you are not satisfied with the response, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office.