Client Privacy & Confidentiality

As a registered nurse and hypnobirthing practitioner, I take privacy, data protection, and patient confidentiality very seriously at The Birth Collective. I am committed to handling your personal information with the highest level of security and transparency. This page outlines my policies regarding data collection, usage, and protection.

Information I Collect

I only collect the minimum necessary data to provide effective care and manage my practice. This includes:

- Contact Details: Your name, phone number, and email address to schedule appointments.
- Health Information: Details discussed during sessions to tailor appropriate support.
- Billing Information: Necessary data to process payments.

Rest assured, I do not sell or share client data with any third parties for marketing or other purposes, except as required by law.

Securing Your Data

I adhere to industry best practices to secure your personal information:

- Data Encryption: Your data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
- Password Protection: Passwords are hashed, salted, and stored securely.
- Software Updates: I ensure all software is regularly updated to prevent breaches.

If you would like more specific information about my security measures, please feel free to reach out at thebirthcollective@outlook.com

Data Access Requests

You have the right to request access to any personal data I store. To make a request, please contact me at thebirthcollective@outlook.com, and I will respond promptly.

Legal Disclosure

There may be situations where I am legally obligated to share specific data with authorities, such as in response to court orders or safeguarding vulnerable individuals. My practice complies with UK GDPR guidelines for all data requests and disclosures.

Client Confidentiality

I uphold a strict confidentiality policy for all client sessions and records, in line with professional ethical standards. Client data will not be disclosed to any third parties without explicit written consent, except in rare circumstances mandated by law.

In accordance with UK confidentiality laws and mental health codes of practice, I reserve the right to breach confidentiality without consent only if there is a significant and immediate threat to the safety of the client or others. In such extreme duty-to-warn scenarios, disclosure will be limited strictly to those parties directly involved in mitigating the danger.

Outside of these serious situations, client identities, personal details, and session content will never be shared without explicit agreement. Confidentiality is foundational to building trust and effectively addressing sensitive issues. You can feel secure knowing that our work and conversations remain private.

I have received training on current best practices for maintaining client privacy and upholding safety protocols. Responsible confidentiality fosters an environment for honest self-exploration and vulnerable sharing, which are essential for deep healing. If you have any questions about how I protect your disclosures, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your trust in The Birth Collective. I aim for full transparency regarding how your information is safeguarded.