What personal data do you collect?

I collect information you share via the contact form (name, email, phone number, and message details), and therapy session records stored separately and securely from the website.

How is my information used?

Your information is used solely to respond to enquiries, provide therapy services, and maintain accurate professional records in line with BACP and GDPR standards.

Do you share my information with anyone?

Data is never sold or shared for marketing. Information is only disclosed if required by law or if there is a serious risk of harm, and even then handled with strict confidentiality.

What rights do I have over my data?

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw consent for future contact unless record retention is legally required.

How do you keep my information secure?

All therapy records are stored securely and separately from the website. Emails and online forms use encryption, though no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Privacy — Therapy with Rick

Privacy

Your privacy matters. Therapy with Rick is committed to protecting any personal information you share with me. This policy explains what data is collected, how it’s used, and your rights under UK GDPR.

What information do I collect
When you use this website or contact me, I may collect:

Your name, email, and phone number (if you complete the contact form).
Any details you choose to share in your message.
Session information and therapy notes (stored securely, separate from this website).
Basic technical information (like your IP address and browser type) to keep the website running smoothly.

How your information is used
Your information is used to:

Respond to enquiries and provide therapy services.
Keep accurate therapy records, as required by professional standards.
Improve the website and ensure it functions properly.

I will never sell your information or use it for unrelated marketing.

Cookies and website data
This website uses small text files called “cookies” to help it work better. You can disable cookies in your browser if you prefer, though some features may not work as intended.

Sharing information
Your data is not shared with third parties, except when required by law (for example, if there is a serious risk of harm, or if ordered by a court). Website analytics may use anonymous data to track visits, but this cannot identify you personally.

Your rights
You have the right to:

Access the data I hold about you.
Request corrections to inaccurate data.
Ask for your data to be deleted (unless I am legally required to keep it, e.g. therapy notes for a set period).
Withdraw consent for future contact.

Children
Therapy with Rick provides services for adults (18+) only. I do not knowingly collect information from children.

Keeping your data safe
All therapy records are stored securely and confidentially. Website contact forms and emails are protected with encryption, but please remember that no system is 100% secure.

Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here.

Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact me directly via the form on the Contact page.

For more information, please see our GDPR Policy and Terms of Use

Last updated: 01 Oct 2025

FAQ

I collect information you share via the contact form (name, email, phone number, and message details), and therapy session records stored separately and securely from the website.
Your information is used solely to respond to enquiries, provide therapy services, and maintain accurate professional records in line with BACP and GDPR standards.
Data is never sold or shared for marketing. Information is only disclosed if required by law or if there is a serious risk of harm, and even then handled with strict confidentiality.
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw consent for future contact unless record retention is legally required.
All therapy records are stored securely and separately from the website. Emails and online forms use encryption, though no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.