Privacy Policy

Privacy Statement

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Therapeutic AF complies with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), which outline your rights regarding the collection, use, and storage of your personal information. Any information you provide through this website, by email or phone, or in sessions may include your name, contact details, health history, presenting concerns, session notes, and correspondence. This information is used solely for the purposes of providing you with counselling and maintaining clinical records. All personal information is stored securely and only accessed by the counsellor, unless legally required or consent is otherwise given.

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Confidentiality Statement

Everything you share in counselling is treated with respect and confidentiality. However, there are circumstances where I am legally and ethically required to break confidentiality. These include:

• If there is a risk of serious harm to yourself or another person

• If I become aware of current abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable person

• If your records are subpoenaed by a court of law or required under legislation
   

Where possible, you will be informed before any disclosure takes place. These limits will be fully explained during your first session.

 

Informed Consent 

 

By engaging in counselling with Therapeutic AF, you acknowledge that:
 

• You understand the nature, purpose, and voluntary nature of counselling

• You consent to the collection of your personal information for the purpose of providing services

• You understand the limits to confidentiality and the conditions under which information may be disclosed

• You may withdraw consent and discontinue counselling at any time without penalty
   

You will be asked to review and sign a detailed client consent form prior to your first session, confirming your understanding of your rights and responsibilities.

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