Notice of Privacy Practices

Effective Date of this Notice

This notice went into effect 12th June 2023

Introduction:

Competing Mind’s company registration number is 727758, and its registered address is Ballyknockan, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow, Ireland, R93 DN47.

At Competing Mind, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of our clients' personal information. This Notice of Privacy Practices explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected in accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws. Please review this notice carefully.

Services Provided:

At Competing Mind, we offer sport and performance psychology services, including mental performance consultation and mental skills training.

Collection of Personal Information:

We collect personal information to provide effective services and better understand your needs. The personal information we collect may include, but is not limited to:

  • Name, age, phone number, email address, address, emergency contact details, sport or performance area of interest

Use and Storage of Personal Information:

The personal information collected is used for the following purposes:

  • Scheduling and conducting online sessions

  • Contacting you regarding your appointments or other relevant information

  • Developing personalised treatment plans and providing tailored services

  • Emergency situations where contact details are necessary

  • Internal record-keeping

We store your personal information on a password-encrypted laptop to ensure its confidentiality and security. We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Sharing of Personal Information:

We do not share your personal information with third parties, unless required by law or with your explicit consent. Exceptions to confidentiality may include:

  • If you present a danger to yourself or others, we have a legal requirement to help keep you safe and a duty to warn potential victims.

  • If you identify any known or suspected abuse of a child, an elder, or person with a disability, we are required by law to report such abuse to the appropriate state agency.

  • If ordered by a judge in a court of law, we are required to provide access to your records; however, we would first assert legal privilege in an effort to protect your confidentiality.

Your Rights:

As a client, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • The right to access and review your personal information held by Competing Mind.

  • The right to request correction or amendment of any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • The right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to any legal obligations or legitimate interests that require its retention.

  • The right to withdraw your consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, where applicable.

Compliance with GDPR:

Competing Mind adheres to the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure the protection of your personal information. This regulation governs the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal data.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us using the following methods:

  • Competing Mind

  • Eric Hanley, Ballyknockan, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow, Ireland, R93 DN47.

  • Phone: +353 (0)85 7849546

  • Email: competingmind@gmail.com