Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 9, 2025
Website: https://gilmourpsychology.com
Operated by: Gilmour Psychological Services (GPS)
1. Introduction
Welcome to Gilmour Psychological Services (GPS) — a professional community that supports Canadian PhD students and psychologists in private practice.
Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or join the GPS Community.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in a few ways to help us provide a better experience for our visitors and members.
Personal Information
We may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details when you join the GPS community, sign up for updates, or contact us through forms.
Professional Information
When joining our community, you may provide details about your education, field of practice, or area of interest as a PhD-level psychologist or student.
Technical Information
We automatically collect certain data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This helps us understand how our site is used and improve it.
Communication Data
If you contact us, leave feedback, or submit a testimonial, we may store that information to provide support or improve our services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
-> Provide access to the GPS community and its resources
-> Communicate updates, events, and learning opportunities
-> Respond to your inquiries and provide support
-> Improve website performance and user experience
-> Share educational or professional content relevant to psychology practice
-> Comply with legal or regulatory requirements
We never sell or rent your personal information to anyone.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
-> Remember your preferences
-> Analyze site traffic
-> Understand which pages are most helpful to visitors
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings. However, doing so may affect how the website functions.
5. When We Share Your Information
We only share your information in limited situations, such as:
-> When required by law or regulatory authorities
-> With trusted third-party service providers who help us host the website, send emails, or analyze traffic
-> When you give us permission, such as sharing a testimonial or professional profile within the community
Any third-party partners we work with must follow strict confidentiality and privacy standards.
6. How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep your personal information only as long as it is needed to:
-> Provide our services and community access
-> Respond to your messages or inquiries
-> Meet legal or reporting obligations
When we no longer need your data, we securely delete or anonymize it.
7. How We Protect Your Information
We take your privacy seriously and use reasonable security measures to protect your data, including:
-> Secure (SSL) encryption on our website
-> Password-protected systems
-> Limited access to personal information by authorized staff only
-> Regular checks to maintain website safety
While no system can guarantee complete security, we do our best to protect your data from misuse or unauthorized access.
8. Your Rights
You have full control over your personal information. You can:
-> Ask for a copy of the data we hold about you
-> Request corrections or updates
-> Ask us to delete your information
-> Withdraw your consent for communication at any time
If you’d like to make a request, please contact us using the details below.
9. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Policy Updates
We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect new legal requirements or service improvements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Gilmour Psychological Services
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
🌐 Website: https://gilmourpsychology.com
12. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled with care and respect.
By using our website or joining the GPS community, you agree to this Privacy Policy and the responsible handling of your information.
