Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy – The Speech Studio

Last updated: 03/07/2025

At The Speech Studio, I take your privacy seriously and am committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy outlines how I collect, use, store and protect any information you provide.

Who I Am

The Speech Studio is run by Rebecca Blahuta, a registered Speech and Language Therapist providing independent paediatric speech and language therapy services in Lancashire and surrounding areas.

• HCPC Registered
• RCSLT Member
• ASLTIP Member
• DBS Enhanced Check

If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me at:

📧 Email: hello@thespeechstudio.co.uk

What Information I Collect

I may collect the following information:

• Parent/carer name, contact details (email, phone, address)
• Child’s name, date of birth, relevant medical and developmental history
• Information from other professionals (e.g. school, health visitors, GPs), with your consent
• Session notes, reports, and communication records
• Website usage data (cookies/IP address) if you use the website

Why I Collect Your Data

Your information is collected in order to:

• Provide assessment, therapy and support services
• Communicate with you about your child’s care
• Liaise with other professionals (with consent)
• Maintain accurate clinical records
• Fulfil legal and professional obligations

How I Store Your Data

Your data is stored securely in line with GDPR regulations. Paper notes are kept in locked storage. Digital records are stored on encrypted devices or secure software compliant with data protection standards.

I will keep your information only as long as necessary:

• Clinical records for children and young people are retained until they reach 25 years of age (or 26 if the child was 17 at the time of their last appointment), in line with professional and legal requirements.

Sharing Your Data

I will only share your information:

• With your informed consent, or
• When legally required (e.g. safeguarding concerns, court orders)

I may share information with:

• Schools, nurseries or healthcare professionals involved in your child’s care
• Third-party services I use to support clinical administration (e.g. note-keeping software), all of which are GDPR-compliant

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the data I hold about you or your child
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of data (where legally permitted)
• Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the email above.

Cookies and Website Analytics

This website may collect basic visitor data via cookies for the purpose of analytics (e.g. how many people visited, what pages were viewed). This helps me improve the website experience. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies.

Changes to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated via the website.