Sunflower Minds Hypnotherapy Privacy Notice

How will my data be stored?

In May 2018 the Data Protection Act was replaced by the General Data Protection Regulations  (GDPR). The changes to the Data Protection Act are aimed at ensuring that your personal,  confidential and sometimes sensitive data, is held privately and securely. 

How long will you hold my information for?

In accordance with the National Council for Hypnotherapy, which Sunflower Minds Hypnotherapy is a member and adheres by their Code of Conduct, written records will be stored securely for 8 years after the last interaction with an adult client and up to the age of 25 for a child under 16 when last seen or 26yrs  for 17-18 year old.

What if I would like my data to be destroyed before this date?

Due to the sensitive nature of what we do, my insurance company does not allow the deletion of data, before the minimum time for holding said data.

Am I able to see or get a copy of the information held by you?

In line with GDPR, yes, within 30 days.

What are your Reasons for collecting this information?

In Short: I collect personal information that you provide to me.

I collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to me when you express an interest in obtaining information about my products and Services, when you participate in activities on the Services, or otherwise when you contact me.

Personal Information Provided by You. The personal information that I collect depends on the context of your interactions with me and the Services, the choices you make, and the products and features you use.

How do I know that you will store my information securely?

All information will be electronically stored in a password protected folder within Sunflower Minds Hypnotherapy’s cloud based OneDrive document storage system.

Are our discussions within the hypnotherapy sessions confidential?

Yes, unless I need support from my supervisor or I believe that you are about to harm yourself or another.

What if I see you outside of a hypnotherapy session?

I will never acknowledge any of my clients outside of therapy sessions, unless I am first acknowledged by the client, I will reply with a simple smile or hello.

Will you discuss information about me with other health and social care professionals?

Only with your written consent. 

Who is the Data Controller?

Jodie Allcutt Hypnotherapist at Sunflower Minds Hypnotherapy is the Data Controller.