Cookie and Data Protection Policy
Effective Date: 27/05/2025
At Mental Health Coaching (www.mentalhealthcoaching.org), based in Leeds, United Kingdom, we are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency regarding how and why it is collected, processed, and stored.
This policy outlines how we use cookies and how we comply with data protection regulations including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, and Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
1. Use of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us:
- Analyze site traffic and usage
- Remember your preferences
- Enhance your user experience
- Provide relevant content and services
We use the following categories of cookies:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for website operation
- Performance Cookies – For analytics and traffic insights
- Functionality Cookies – To remember user settings
- Marketing Cookies – For tracking browsing behavior to serve relevant ads (if enabled)
You can manage or disable cookies at any time via your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
2. Collection and Use of Personal Data
We may collect personal information through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, coaching requests, or any interactive feature. This may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any message or additional data you choose to provide
This data is used only for the purposes you consent to, such as responding to inquiries, providing services, or sending relevant communications. We never sell or share personal data with third parties without your explicit consent.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal grounds:
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
- Performance of a contract (Article 6(1)(b))
- Legitimate interests
- Legal compliance
4. Data Sharing and Storage
We may share your data with trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email platforms) as needed to operate the website and services. These providers comply with strict data protection obligations.
All data is stored securely, and we apply industry-standard safeguards to protect your information.
5. Your Rights
Under applicable laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify incorrect or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to data processing
- Lodge a complaint with the appropriate supervisory authority (e.g., the ICO in the UK)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics or embedded content from other sites. These may collect data independently and are governed by their own privacy policies.
7. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this policy. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or data requests, please contact:
Dr. Tony De Palmas (alias for Dr. Antonello Boncordo)
Mental Health Social Worker · Stress Management Therapist · Mental Health and Mindset Coach
Leeds, United Kingdom
📧 support@mentalhealthcoaching.org
📱 (0044) 07852734126