Privacy Policy

Last updated: 4 May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Child First Psychology collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you use this website or engage with our services.

Child First Psychology is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Irish data protection laws.

Who We Are

Child First Psychology is a multidisciplinary clinic providing psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and families, including Autism and ADHD pathways, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy services.

For the purposes of data protection law, Child First Psychology acts as the data controller of your personal data.

What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Parent or guardian details (name, email address, phone number)
Child’s personal information (name, date of birth, developmental and medical history)
Information provided via contact forms, email, or telephone enquiries
Appointment and assessment information
Reports, notes, and clinical records
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data

Where appropriate, and with consent, we may also receive information from other professionals involved in your child’s care (e.g., teachers, therapists, or healthcare providers).

How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for the following purposes:

To respond to enquiries and provide services
To assess, plan, and deliver appropriate psychological and therapeutic support
To communicate with you regarding appointments, reports, and updates
To maintain accurate clinical records
To improve our services and website functionality
To comply with legal and professional obligations

Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent – where you have given clear permission
Contractual necessity – to provide services requested
Legal obligation – to comply with Irish law and professional standards
Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our services responsibly

Sensitive personal data (including health data) is processed only where necessary for healthcare provision and with appropriate safeguards.

Children’s Data

We recognise that we process personal data relating to children and therefore apply a higher standard of protection.

Information about children is collected and processed with the knowledge and consent of a parent or legal guardian and is handled with strict confidentiality and care.

Confidentiality and Data Sharing

All information is treated as confidential.

We may share information only where:

You have provided explicit consent
It is necessary for your child’s care (e.g., with other professionals)
There is a legal or safeguarding obligation

In certain circumstances, we may be required to share information where there is a risk of harm or where required by law, in line with professional obligations.

We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes.

Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:

Secure storage systems
Restricted access to authorised personnel only
Encryption and password protection where applicable

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, clinical, and regulatory requirements.

Clinical records may be retained in line with professional guidelines for psychological services.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request erasure of your data (where applicable)
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission.

Cookies and Website Data

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyse website usage.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us via the details provided on our website.