Privacy Policy of Embrace Psychology

1. Introduction

At Embrace Psychology, I am committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of data I collect, how I use it, and your rights in relation to this information. I comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and adhere to the NIP Code of Conduct for Psychologists to ensure the highest standards of data protection and confidentiality.

2. Data I Collect

2.1. Information Collected via Forms

I collect the following information when you submit a form on my website:

  • First and Last Name
  • Email Address
  • Message Content

Purpose: This data is collected to respond to your inquiries, provide information about my services, and communicate with you effectively.

Retention Period: I store this information securely for a period of up to one year, after which it will be deleted unless required for legal or compliance purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

I use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Below is a breakdown of the types of cookies used:

3.1. Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of my website. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the site. They do not store any personally identifiable information.

  • Example: wpEmojiSettingsSupports (session) – Ensures proper display of emojis in the browser.
  • Example: cookieyes-consent (1 year) – Remembers your cookie preferences.

3.2. Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies are used to collect information about your interaction with my website. The data collected is anonymized and helps me improve site performance.

  • Example: _ga and _ga_* (1 year 1 month 4 days) – These cookies are set by Google Analytics to track page views and user sessions anonymously.
  • Purpose: To understand visitor behavior and enhance user experience.

4. How I Use Your Data

Your data will be used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries submitted via the contact form.
  • To provide information about my services and communicate with you effectively.
  • To analyze website traffic and improve site performance.
  • To comply with legal obligations and regulations, including GDPR and the NIP Code of Conduct.

5. Data Security and Confidentiality

I take the security and confidentiality of your data seriously. All personal information is stored securely, and I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, and loss.

For sensitive patient information, I conform to the GDPR regulations and the NIP Code of Conduct for Psychologists, ensuring the highest level of privacy and confidentiality. Sensitive patient data is handled with strict confidentiality and is only accessed by me or authorized personnel.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data that I hold.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that I limit the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [your email address].

7. Third-Party Services

I may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect and process data on my behalf. These services are GDPR-compliant and only process data as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. I will notify you of any significant changes via email or a notice on my website.

9. Contact Me

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or my data practices, please contact me at:

Embrace Psychology
Email: Sofia@embracepsychology.nl
Address: The Hague, Netherlands

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