This document aims to clearly inform you about: the nature of psychological support or psychotherapy, the terms of collaboration, your rights, responsibilities, and the protection of your personal data.

Psychotherapy is a professional process based on collaboration between therapist and client, aimed at improving mental health, functionality, and personal development. Our collaboration is guided by the Code of Ethics of Cyprus Psychologists and applicable legislation.

Psychotherapy involves discussing personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

• emotional difficulties
• intense psychological processes
• reevaluation of personal relationships and choices

Although psychotherapy can significantly contribute to improving mental health, it cannot guarantee specific outcomes. Active participation of the client is important for the effectiveness of the process.

Confidentiality is a fundamental principle of psychological practice. The information you share is protected by professional confidentiality.

Confidentiality may be waived when:

• there is a serious risk of harm to the client or others
• there is suspicion of abuse of a minor or vulnerable person
• there is a court or legal order
• it is required for reasons of public safety

In certain cases, professional supervision may take place without disclosing identifying information.

ONLINE SESSIONS – CONFIDENTIALITY

Online sessions are conducted via secure platforms such as Google Teams and Google Meet, however, the risk of technical malfunctions or data breaches cannot be completely excluded.

Within the scope of therapy, professional records are kept which may include:

• contact information
• basic history
• session notes

Data is stored securely and protected in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The first session is exploratory and includes:

• collection of basic history
• understanding the reasons for seeking therapy
• initial needs assessment
• discussion of therapeutic goals

More than one initial session may be required for a comprehensive evaluation.

Sessions usually take place weekly on a fixed day and time. The duration of an individual session is 50 minutes, and couples or family therapy sessions are 70 minutes.

The duration of the therapeutic collaboration depends on the course of therapy and the achievement of goals. Completion is usually decided jointly.

If I am not the appropriate professional to assist you, a referral to another mental health professional may be suggested.

If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please inform at least 24 hours before the scheduled time.

In case of late cancellation or no-show, the session may be charged as scheduled.

In the case of minor therapy, parental or legal guardian consent is required. Parents may receive general updates without disclosure of personal details.

Payment for the session is made at the end of each meeting. The cost is communicated when arranging the first session.

Social media accounts are for informational and psychoeducational purposes. Therapy is not provided through these channels.