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Effective Date: 18 April 2026
Practice Name: Verity Psych Consultancy (Pty) Ltd
Practitioner: Gizelle Simpson (Registered Psychometrist – Independent Practice, HPCSA)
1. Introduction
Verity Psych Consultancy (Pty) Ltd is committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that your privacy is respected at all times. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you engage with our services, including digital assessments and reports.
This policy is aligned with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
- Full name and surname
- Contact details (email, phone number)
- Demographic information (e.g., age, grade, educational context)
- Assessment responses and results
- Uploaded documents (e.g., proof of payment, supporting documents)
- Technical information (e.g., browser type, device, IP address)
3. Purpose of Collection
Your information is collected and processed for the following purposes:
- To administer and deliver psychometric-based assessments
- To generate personalised reports and recommendations
- To communicate with you regarding your assessment or services
- To support referral processes where necessary and appropriate
- To improve the quality and functionality of our digital tools
- To maintain professional records in line with HPCSA guidelines
4. Lawful Processing
Your information is processed:
- With your consent
- For legitimate professional purposes within the scope of a registered psychometrist
- In compliance with legal and ethical obligations
5. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information:
- Secure cloud storage (e.g., Supabase or equivalent platforms)
- Restricted access to practitioner-only data
- Encryption and secure data handling practices
- Regular monitoring to prevent unauthorised access
Your information is stored only for as long as necessary in line with professional and legal requirements.
6. Sharing of Information
Your personal information will not be sold or shared with third parties except:
- Where required by law
- Where a referral to another professional (e.g., psychologist) is necessary and consent is obtained
- Where secure service providers are used to support system functionality (e.g., data hosting)
7. Your Rights
In terms of POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa)
Requests can be made via:
Email: veritypsych@outlook.com
8. Cookies and Technical Data
Our website may collect limited technical data (such as cookies or analytics) to improve user experience and system performance. This data does not personally identify you unless voluntarily provided.
9. Children’s Information
Where assessments involve minors, consent must be provided by a parent or legal guardian. We take additional care to protect children’s data.
10. Limitation of Scope
All assessments and reports provided are conducted within the scope of practice of a registered psychometrist (Independent Practice) and are not intended to diagnose mental health conditions. Where necessary, referrals to appropriate professionals will be recommended.
11. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.
12. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy:
Gizelle Simpson
Registered Psychometrist (Independent Practice)
Verity Psych Consultancy (Pty) Ltd
📧veritypsych@outlook.com
📍 Cape Town, South Africa
