WHO I AM

I am Tash Rechciglova, a qualified and UKCP-accredited counsellor, trading as Counselling with Tash. This practice operates under Mind and Motion Therapy Ltd.

WHAT INFORMATION I COLLECT
When you contact me or work with me, I may collect:

• Your name, email address, and phone number

• Information you choose to share via enquiry forms or email

• Session notes and brief records required for professional and legal reasons

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Some of the information I hold may be classed as special category data under UK GDPR, as it relates to health and wellbeing. This information is handled with particular care.

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WHY I COLLECT THIS INFORMATION

I collect and use your information so that I can:

• Respond to enquiries

• Provide counselling services safely and ethically

• Keep appropriate records in line with professional standards

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I only collect and use personal information with your consent, and where it is necessary to provide counselling safely, professionally, and ethically, in line with UK data protection law.

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HOW YOUR DATA IS STORED

Your information is stored securely. Digital records are password-protected, and any paper records are kept securely. I take reasonable steps to protect your confidentiality.

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HOW LONG I KEEP YOUR DATA

I retain records in line with professional and legal requirements. In most cases, counselling records are kept for up to 7 years after our work ends (or longer if required by law).

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CONFIDENTIALITY AND ITS LIMITS

Everything you share is treated as confidential, except in rare circumstances where there is a legal or ethical duty to share information, such as serious risk of harm to yourself or others, safeguarding concerns, or where required by law.

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SHARING YOUR DATA

I do not share your personal data with third parties unless required to do so by law, for safeguarding purposes, or with your explicit consent. 

Any third-party services I use (such as secure email, website platforms, or record-keeping systems) are GDPR-compliant and only process data necessary for their function. 

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YOUR RIGHTS

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request corrections

• Request deletion (where appropriate)

• Ask how your data is used

 

​You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been handled improperly.

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CONTACT AND DATA PROTECTION

If you have any questions about how your data is handled, you can contact me at tash.rechciglova@gmail.com. I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Registration number: ZB155098.

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COOKIE POLICY

This website uses cookies to help it function properly and to understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies may include:

• Essential cookies needed for the website to work

• Analytics cookies that help me understand website traffic

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. 

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WEBSITE TERMS OF USE

The information on this website is provided for general information only and does not replace professional counselling or medical advice.

Submitting an enquiry through this website does not create a therapeutic relationship. A counselling relationship only begins once this has been agreed together.

This website is not monitored for crisis support. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please contact emergency services or a relevant crisis service.

All content on this website is owned by Mind and Motion Therapy Ltd and may not be copied or reproduced without permission.

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ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

I am committed to offering an inclusive and accessible service. If you have any access needs or require reasonable adjustments in relation to counselling or accessing this website, please feel free to contact me so we can discuss how I can best support you.

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