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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Dr Soheil Afshar ("I", "me", "my") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and disclose personal information obtained through this website and through the provision of supervision services.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to all visitors to this website and to all current, prospective, and former supervisees who engage with my supervision services.

2. What Personal Information I Collect

I collect personal information that is necessary to provide supervision services and to respond to enquiries. This may include:

• Your name and contact details (email address)
• Your registration status and pathway with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) or AHPRA
• Your current workplace or practice context
• Professional development goals and supervision needs
• Case-related clinical information disclosed during supervision sessions (de-identified where possible)
• Records of supervision sessions including dates, topics discussed, and progress notes

3. How I Collect Personal Information

I collect personal information in the following ways:

• Through the enquiry form on this website
• Through direct email or video communication
• Through supervision agreements and associated documentation
• During the course of supervision sessions

4. How I Use Your Personal Information

Your personal information is used to:

• Respond to your enquiry and determine suitability for supervision
• Provide clinical supervision services
• Maintain supervision records as required by the Psychology Board of Australia
• Complete any reporting obligations required by PsyBA or AHPRA in relation to your registration pathway
• Invoice and manage administrative aspects of the supervision relationship

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. I may disclose your personal information in the following limited circumstances:

• Regulatory obligations: If required to report to the Psychology Board of Australia or AHPRA in relation to your registration pathway or a mandatory notification obligation under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law
• Legal requirements: If required or authorised by law
• Safety: If I reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to prevent a serious and imminent threat to the life or health of any person

In all other circumstances, I will seek your consent before disclosing your personal information to any third party.

6. Storage and Security

Your personal information is stored securely using password-protected systems and encrypted communication platforms. Supervision records are retained for a minimum of 7 years following the conclusion of the supervision relationship, in accordance with professional and legal obligations.

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

7. Telehealth and Online Communications

All supervision is conducted via telehealth using secure video conferencing platforms. While I take reasonable precautions to protect the security of online communications, I cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted over the internet. By participating in telehealth supervision, you acknowledge and accept the inherent limitations of online communication.

8. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information I hold about you, and to request corrections if that information is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date. To make such a request, please contact me using the enquiry form on this website. I will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles.

9. Complaints

If you believe I have not handled your personal information in accordance with this policy or the Australian Privacy Principles, you are encouraged to raise your concern with me directly in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with my response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at oaic.gov.au.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. I encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please use the enquiry form on this website.