Privacy Policy
1. Privacy at a Glance
General Information
The following notes provide a simple overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit this website. Personal data is any data by which you can be personally identified. Detailed information on the subject of data protection can be found in our privacy policy listed below this text.
Data Collection on This Website
- Who is responsible for data collection on this website? The data processing on this website is carried out by the website operator. You can find their contact details in the section “Information on the Responsible Controller”.
- How do we collect your data? Your data is collected on the one hand by you communicating it to us (e.g., when you click a link and enter data into a contact form). Other data is collected automatically or after your consent when you visit the website by our IT systems. This is mainly technical data (e.g., internet browser, operating system, or time of page access).
- What do we use your data for? Part of the data is collected to ensure the error-free provision of the website. Other data can be used to analyze your user behavior.
What Rights Do You Have Regarding Your Data?
You have the right at any time to receive information free of charge about the origin, recipient, and purpose of your stored personal data. You also have a right to request the correction or deletion of this data. If you have given your consent to data processing, you can revoke this consent at any time for the future. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.
2. Responsible Controller and EU Representation
Information on the Responsible Controller
The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:
Dr. Gabriel Ellis
Grigol Eliava 49a
6010 Batumi, Georgia
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
The controller is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly with others decides on the purposes and means of processing personal data (e.g., names, email addresses, etc.).
EU Representative according to Art. 27 GDPR
Since the controller of this website is located outside the European Union but the services are directed at individuals within the EU, the following representative in the European Union has been appointed in accordance with Art. 27 GDPR:
Magdalena Maksiak
Leśna 7
07-210 Długosiodło, Poland
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
3. Hosting
External Hosting (Netcup)
We host our website with the following provider:
netcup GmbH, Daimlerstraße 25, 76185 Karlsruhe, Germany (hereinafter “Netcup”).
When you visit our website, Netcup automatically collects various personal data in so-called server log files, including your IP address, date and time of access, browser type, and the operating system used.
The use of Netcup is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. We have a legitimate interest in the most secure, fast, and error-free provision of our website. We have concluded a data processing agreement (DPA) with the provider in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.
4. General Notes and Mandatory Information
SSL or TLS Encryption
This site uses SSL or TLS encryption for security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content. When SSL or TLS encryption is activated, the data you transmit to us cannot be read by third parties.
Legal Basis for Data Processing
If you have consented to data processing, we process your personal data on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR or Art. 9 (2) (a) GDPR, provided that special categories of data (health data) according to Art. 9 (1) GDPR are processed. In the case of explicit consent to the transfer of personal data to third countries (such as the USA), data processing is additionally based on Art. 49 (1) (a) GDPR.
Storage Duration
Unless a more specific storage period has been specified within this privacy policy, your personal data will remain with us until the purpose for data processing no longer applies or you revoke your consent.
5. Rights of the Data Subject
Revocation of Your Consent to Data Processing
Many data processing operations are only possible with your express consent. You can revoke consent already given at any time with effect for the future.
Other Data Subject Rights
You have the right to object to processing under Art. 21 GDPR, a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, as well as the right to data portability, access, rectification, and erasure.
6. Integration of Specific Services and Tools
Online Appointment Scheduling via Calendly Link
We use Calendly for appointment scheduling. When used, data is transferred to servers in the USA (including on the basis of consent where health-related context applies). Calendly is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.
Online Therapy Sessions via Zoom
We use Zoom for online sessions. This involves processing data such as IP addresses and media data, based on consent (including health data). A data processing agreement exists, and Zoom is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.
Spotify Podcast Player (Plugin)
A Spotify player (Spotify AB, Stockholm) is integrated to display audio content. A connection to Spotify is only established after active consent via the cookie banner. Details on data processing by Spotify can be found in their respective policies.