Privacy Policy

This is a starting template. Please have it reviewed by a legal professional to make sure it fits your practice and complies with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and its rules.

Who we are

This website is operated by Ashwini Raikar, Counselling Psychologist, [Clinic address], Panjim, Goa 403001. Contact: hello@ashwiniraikar.com.

What we collect

• Details you choose to send through a form, WhatsApp, phone or email, such as your name, phone number, email and preferred appointment time.
• Basic, anonymous website usage data if analytics are enabled, with your consent.

How we use it

• To respond to your enquiry and arrange appointments.
• To send reminders and information you have asked for.
• We never sell your data or use it for advertising.

Session records

Counselling notes are kept confidential and stored securely, separate from this website. They are shared only with your written consent, or where the law requires it or someone's life is at serious risk.

Third-party services

Forms on this site open WhatsApp or your email app to send your message. These services have their own privacy policies. Online sessions use a secure video platform. Maps are provided by Google.

How long we keep data

Enquiries that don't lead to sessions are deleted within [period]. Client records are kept for [period] as required by professional guidelines.

Your rights

You can ask to see, correct or delete your personal data, or withdraw consent, by emailing hello@ashwiniraikar.com.