Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy sets out how Lauren Illig Naturopath collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By accessing this website or engaging our naturopathic services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal and health information that you provide directly, including:

  • Your name, date of birth, email address, phone number, and contact details

  • Health information, symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle details shared during consultations or intake forms

  • Billing and payment details processed through secure third-party platforms

Why We Collect Your Information

We collect and use your information for purposes such as:

  • Providing naturopathic consultations and follow-up care

  • Developing personalised treatment plans

  • Managing bookings, invoicing, and payments

  • Sending appointment reminders and important updates

  • Meeting professional record-keeping obligations

How We Store and Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. Client records are stored securely and are only accessible by authorised personnel.

We use HealthBank, a secure, encrypted third-party practice management system, to manage client bookings, intake forms, health records, and payments in compliance with Australian privacy standards.

Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your information. We may disclose personal information:

  • To secure third-party service providers (e.g., HealthBank, Squarespace, Gmail, payment processors, dispensaries) where necessary to deliver services

  • Where required or authorised by law

Overseas Disclosure

While client health records are stored securely in Australia via HealthBank, some personal information (such as website enquiries or emails) may be stored or processed by third-party services like Squarespace and Gmail, which use servers located outside Australia. We take reasonable steps to ensure these providers manage data in accordance with privacy and security best practices.

Keeping Your Information Safe

While we take all reasonable steps to protect your personal information, please be aware that the transmission of data over the internet or via email is not completely secure. We cannot guarantee the security of information sent through the website or email, and any transmission is at your own risk.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and improve functionality. Cookies do not collect personal health information. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function as intended.

Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request correction if you believe it is inaccurate, incomplete, or out-of-date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to access, update, or correct your personal information, please contact us:

Lauren Illig Naturopath

Email: laurenillignaturopath@gmail.com