Privacy Policy

As a mental health professional, I am committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining strict confidentiality in accordance with ethical, legal, and professional standards. This document outlines how your personal data is collected, used, and protected.

1. Who I Am

Anne-Sophie Hubschwerlin
Talk therapy Practice
Email: ash.psychoanalysis@gmail.com
Practice locations: France, Switzerland, USA
Online sessions in French and English

2. Information I Collect

During our work together, I may collect the following personal data:

  • Name, age, and contact information
  • Relevant medical, psychological, and personal history
  • Session notes and treatment plans
  • Payment and billing information (where applicable)

3. Purpose of Data Collection

This information is collected to:

  • Provide psychological care
  • Assess your needs and tailor treatment accordingly
  • Ensure safe and effective therapy
  • Fulfill legal and ethical obligations

4. Confidentiality

Everything you share in therapy is strictly confidential. The law protects the relationship between a client and a therapist. Information cannot be disclosed without your written consent.

Exceptions include:

  • If a client is at risk of harming themselves, I will make every effort to ensure their safety. If they refuse to cooperate, I am permitted by law to take appropriate steps to protect them.
  • If there is suspected child, dependent, or elder abuse, I am legally required to report it to the authorities immediately.
  • If a client threatens serious bodily harm to another person, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.

5. Data Storage

  • Records are stored securely and are only accessible to me.
  • Electronic records are encrypted and password-protected.
  • Data is retained for a legally required duration, then securely destroyed.

6. Your Rights

In accordance with GDPR and other data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you
  • Request corrections
  • Request deletion (when legally possible)
  • Withdraw consent for specific uses

To exercise these rights, contact me at: ash.psychoanalysis@gmail.com

7. Online Sessions

Online therapy is conducted via secure platforms, Zoom, Signal or WhatsApp. While I take all necessary precautions to ensure privacy, no online communication is 100% risk-free. Please ensure your environment is private during sessions.

8. Contact

If you have any concerns about how your data is handled, or wish to make a complaint, please contact me at:
ash.psychoanalysis@gmail.com