At Oceanos Counselling LLP, safeguarding your personal information is one of our top priorities for data privacy and therapy. We operate in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure your data is handled with care, respect, and confidentiality. Whether you are accessing our services in the UK or Europe, including Greece, we are committed to protecting your privacy.
Who We Are
Oceanos Counselling LLP is a trusted provider of counseling services, registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK under the Data Protection Registration. We are also aligned with GDPR standards for our operations across Europe. Our Data Protection Officer (DPO) ensures that our practices meet all legal and ethical requirements for Data Privacy and Therapy.
In addition, Oceanos Counselling LLP is a member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This affiliation highlights our commitment to maintaining professional standards and confidentiality in all our services.

How We Protect Your Data
1. Collection and Use of Personal Data
We only collect personal data that is necessary to provide high-quality counseling services. This may include:
- Your name and contact details (e.g., phone number, email address).
- Relevant medical and mental health history.
- Details shared during therapy sessions.
- Consult our web privacy policy if you are just visiting our website through this link
We use this information solely for the purposes of:
- Delivering counseling services for your needs.
- Communicating with you about appointments and follow-ups.
- Ensuring the safety and quality of our services.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing Your Data
The lawful bases under which we process your data include:
- Consent: Your explicit consent is crucial before collecting sensitive information.
- Contractual Obligations: To fulfill our agreement to provide counseling services.
- Legitimate Interests: To maintain and improve the quality of our services.
3. Data Storage and Security
Your data stored securely in compliance with GDPR. We use encrypted systems and robust security measures to protect against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access to your data is strictly limited to authorized personnel.
4. Confidentiality
Maintaining confidentiality is a cornerstone of our practice. All information shared during counseling sessions remains private, with exceptions only in situations where:
- There is a risk of harm to you or others.
- When the disclosure required by law (e.g., safeguarding concerns, court order).
5. Retention Period
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. We securely dispose of or anonymize your information after your request.
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a service user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit how your data is processed.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request that your data be transferred to another provider.
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (details below).
Contact Us
If you have any questions about how we handle your data or wish to exercise your GDPR rights, you can contact us:
Data Protection Officer: A. Deniz Uyanik
Email: [email protected]
At Oceanos Counselling LLP, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for your mental health journey for data privacy and therapy.