As a Clinical Psychologist I have over fifteen years’ experience working within the NHS and private practice.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of psychological difficulties, including living with long-term physical health conditions, chronic pain, fertility difficulties, pregnancy loss and adult ADHD.Appointments are available in person from my clinic in Petersfield, Hampshire, or online.
About me
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford and a Psychology degree from University College London. Alongside my private practice, I continue to work within the NHS in a specialist physical health psychology service.My clinical work is informed by several evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including:* Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
* EMDR
* Compassion Focused Therapy
* MindfulnessRather than applying one approach to everyone, I tailor therapy to each person’s needs, helping them understand the patterns that may be keeping them feeling stuck and supporting them to move towards a life that feels more meaningful and fulfilling.
Areas I Can Help With
Emotional wellbeing* Anxiety
* Depression
* Stress
* Self-esteem
* Life changes⸻Physical health* Chronic pain
* Living with long-term health conditions
* Adjusting to illness⸻Women’s health* Fertility difficulties
* Pregnancy loss
* Emotional adjustment⸻Lifestyle* Healthy lifestyle change
* Emotional eating
* Behaviour change⸻Adult ADHDAssessment and psychological support.
What to Expect
Initial ConsultationThe first appointment lasts approximately 50 minutes and provides an opportunity for us to explore your current difficulties, discuss your goals, and consider whether therapy feels like the right fit.There is no obligation to continue after this first meeting.⸻Ongoing TherapySessions are typically 50 minutes long.Together we’ll agree a pace that suits your needs. Some people benefit from a small number of focused sessions, while others find longer-term therapy more helpful depending on the nature of the issues they bring.
Privacy Policy
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Last Updated: July 20261. Who I AmI am Dr Sarah Whitaker, a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist providing psychological therapy and assessment services in private practice.I am committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly, transparently and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.I act as the Data Controller for the personal information you provide.Contact
[email protected]ICO Registration Number
ZA320339⸻2. What Personal Information I CollectDepending on the services you receive, I may collect:General Personal Information* Name
* Address
* Email address
* Telephone number
* Date of birth
* GP details (where appropriate)
* Appointment and payment informationSpecial Category InformationThis may include sensitive health information relevant to your psychological assessment or therapy.Website InformationBasic technical information such as browser type and anonymised website analytics may also be collected.⸻3. How Your Information Is UsedYour information is used only where necessary to:* Provide psychological assessment and therapy.
* Arrange and manage appointments.
* Communicate with you regarding your care.
* Maintain accurate clinical records.
* Process invoices and payments.
* Meet legal, professional and regulatory obligations.⸻4. Legal Basis for ProcessingYour personal information is processed under one or more of the following lawful bases:* Your consent.
* Performance of a contract.
* Compliance with legal obligations.
* Legitimate interests relating to the safe and effective delivery of psychological services.
* Provision of healthcare (for special category health information).⸻5. Sharing Your InformationYour information will remain confidential and will only be shared where necessary.This may include:* Your GP or another healthcare professional (with your consent unless legally required otherwise).
* Clinical supervisors (using anonymised information wherever possible).
* Professional advisers, such as accountants, where necessary for financial administration.
* Legal or regulatory authorities where disclosure is required by law.Your information is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.⸻6. International Data TransfersWhere third-party services are used that store data outside the United Kingdom, appropriate safeguards are in place to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with UK GDPR.⸻7. How Long Information Is KeptClinical records are retained in accordance with professional guidance and legal requirements.Typically, records are retained for seven years after the end of therapy before being securely deleted or anonymised, unless a longer retention period is required.⸻8. Website Cookies and AnalyticsThis website may use essential cookies and anonymous website analytics to understand how visitors use the site and improve its performance.No advertising or marketing cookies are currently used.You can control cookies through your browser settings.⸻9. Your RightsUnder UK GDPR you have the right to:* Request access to your personal information.
* Request correction of inaccurate information.
* Request erasure where appropriate.
* Request restriction of processing.
* Object to processing.
* Request a copy of your information in a portable format where applicable.⸻10. Keeping Your Information SecureReasonable technical and organisational measures are in place to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.Electronic records are stored using secure, password-protected systems and, where available, two-factor authentication.⸻11. Third-Party ServicesTo support the operation of this website and my private practice, I use trusted third-party service providers where necessary.These currently include:* IONOS – domain registration and secure email hosting.
* Carrd – website hosting.Additional service providers may be used where appropriate to support the delivery of psychological services. This Privacy Policy will be updated where necessary to reflect any significant changes.⸻12. Changes to This PolicyThis Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or the way my practice operates.The latest version will always be available on this website.⸻13. Contact and ComplaintsIf you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:Dr Sarah Whitaker
📧 [email protected]If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/⸻14. In Plain EnglishYour privacy matters.I only collect the information needed to provide safe, effective psychological care, keep it secure, and never sell or share it for marketing purposes.If you ever have any questions about how your information is used, please don’t hesitate to ask.
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