Dr Paula Watkins, Clinical Psychology
Dr Paula Psychology
AHPRA Registration Number: PSY0001287018
ABN: 32387832732
Website: drpaulapsychology.com
Contact Email: contact@drpaulapsychology.com
Last updated: 6 December 2025

This Privacy Policy outlines how Dr Paula Watkins (“the Provider”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information obtained through drpaulapsychology.com (“the Website”).

1. Compliance
This policy complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and GDPR (for EU users).

2. Information Collected
The Website may collect:
- Name, email, and contact details 
- IP address and device information 
- Website usage data and analytics 
- Newsletter subscription information 
- Payment details (processed by third-party providers such as Stripe or PayPal)

3. How Information Is Collected
Through:
- Contact forms 
- Newsletter sign‑ups 
- Cookies and analytics tools 
- Payment processors 
- Course or email systems (if applicable)

4. Purpose of Collection
Information is used to:
- Provide Website functionality 
- Respond to enquiries 
- Improve user experience 
- Deliver educational materials 
- Process payments 
- Meet legal obligations 

5. Storage and Security
The Website is hosted by Squarespace, which may store data on servers in the United States or other jurisdictions. By using this Website, you consent to offshore storage. 
The Provider takes reasonable steps to protect personal information but cannot guarantee absolute online security.

6. Disclosure to Third Parties
Information may be disclosed to:
- Squarespace 
- Google Analytics 
- Stripe/PayPal 
- Contractors supporting Website operations 

These parties may store information overseas.

7. GDPR Rights (for EU Users)
EU users may request:
- Access to data 
- Correction or deletion 
- Withdrawal of consent 
- Lodging a complaint with their local authority 

Requests: contact@drpaulapsychology.com

8. Cookies
This Website uses cookies for analytics and functionality. Users may disable cookies in their browser settings.

9. Data Retention
Data is retained only as long as required for the purposes above or as required by law.

10. Contact
For privacy enquiries:
contact@drpaulapsychology.com