{"id":151,"date":"2026-06-08T13:25:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:25:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/?page_id=151"},"modified":"2026-06-08T13:26:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:26:02","slug":"terms-and-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/?page_id=151","title":{"rendered":"Terms &#038; Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"151\" class=\"elementor elementor-151\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68538425 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"68538425\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a4c594a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a4c594a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section id=\"comp-m9a2zoy1\" class=\"comp-m9a2zoy1 CeUMmm wixui-column-strip\"><div class=\"Ak0vpt\" data-testid=\"columns\"><div id=\"comp-m9a2zoyl\" class=\"comp-m9a2zoyl FDI5TK wixui-column-strip__column\"><div class=\"\" data-mesh-id=\"comp-m9a2zoylinlineContent\" data-testid=\"inline-content\"><div data-mesh-id=\"comp-m9a2zoylinlineContent-gridContainer\" data-testid=\"mesh-container-content\"><div id=\"comp-m9a2zoyo\" class=\"N8MGzv _v6ohL ZS_qLz PO9MfV comp-m9a2zoyo wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><section id=\"comp-m8rl0zax\" class=\"Le88gL comp-m8rl0zax wixui-section\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-block-level-container=\"ClassicSection\"><div class=\"\" data-mesh-id=\"comp-m8rl0zaxinlineContent\" data-testid=\"inline-content\"><div data-mesh-id=\"comp-m8rl0zaxinlineContent-gridContainer\" data-testid=\"mesh-container-content\"><div id=\"comp-m8rl0zay1\" class=\"N8MGzv _v6ohL ZS_qLz PO9MfV comp-m8rl0zay1 wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><h1 class=\"font_0 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"comp-m8rl0zb01\" class=\"Le88gL comp-m8rl0zb01 wixui-section\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-block-level-container=\"ClassicSection\"><div id=\"english-terms-and-conditions-2\" class=\"ClLWjk\">\u00a0<\/div><div id=\"bgLayers_comp-m8rl0zb01\" class=\"QG9w8P\" data-hook=\"bgLayers\" data-motion-part=\"BG_LAYER comp-m8rl0zb01\"><div class=\"LNYVZi ayCf9D\" data-testid=\"colorUnderlay\">\u00a0<\/div><div id=\"bgMedia_comp-m8rl0zb01\" class=\"ROWgFb\" data-motion-part=\"BG_MEDIA comp-m8rl0zb01\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-mesh-id=\"comp-m8rl0zb01inlineContent\" data-testid=\"inline-content\"><div data-mesh-id=\"comp-m8rl0zb01inlineContent-gridContainer\" data-testid=\"mesh-container-content\"><div id=\"comp-m99vquf7\" class=\"N8MGzv _v6ohL ZS_qLz PO9MfV comp-m99vquf7 wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Last updated: March 2026<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Welcome to Sam Parker Counselling. By using this website or engaging in counselling services provided by me, Sam Parker, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">1. General Information<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">This website provides information about the counselling services offered by Sam Parker, a qualified person-centred counsellor based in Manchester, UK. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework. The content on this site is for general information only and does not constitute medical, legal, or therapeutic advice.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">2. Counselling Services<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">I offer person-centred counselling sessions in person or online via secure video call. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes. Clients must be aged 18 or over unless otherwise agreed in writing. All counselling is confidential, with some legal exceptions (see Section 5).<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">3. Bookings &amp; Payments<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Session fee: \u00a355<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Payment is required via bank transfer before or at the time of the session.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Cancellations require at least 48 hours\u2019 notice. Late cancellations may be charged in full. Missed sessions without notice will be charged the full session fee.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Sessions that are paid for in cash require a \u00a33 charge per payment, meaning the fee for one session is \u00a358.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">4. Disclaimer<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">While counselling can be deeply helpful, outcomes cannot be guaranteed. The counselling relationship is collaborative, and you are responsible for your wellbeing and choices throughout the process.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">My service is not a crisis or emergency response. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent mental health support, please contact:<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Your GP<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">NHS 111<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Samaritans (116 123)<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Emergency services (999)<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">5. Confidentiality &amp; Privacy<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">All sessions are confidential. Information you share will not be disclosed without your consent unless:<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">There is a risk of serious harm to you or others<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">I am required to do so by law<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">There is a disclosure of certain criminal activity (e.g. terrorism, drug trafficking, safeguarding concerns)<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Your data is handled in line with UK GDPR regulations. Please see the Privacy Policy for full details.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">6. Website Use<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">All content on this website is the intellectual property of Sam Parker unless otherwise stated. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any material without permission.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">7. Changes to Terms<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">These terms may be updated at any time. The latest version will always be available on this website.<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">8. Contact<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Sam Parker<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">BACP Registered Counsellor<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Email:<a class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" href=\"mailto:sparkercounselling@gmail.com\" target=\"_self\"> sparkercounselling@gmail.com<\/a><\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Location: Didsbury, Manchester<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><div id=\"comp-m9a34oo4\" class=\"N8MGzv _v6ohL ZS_qLz PO9MfV comp-m9a34oo4 wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Terms &amp; Conditions \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terms &amp; Conditions Last updated: March 2026 \u00a0 Welcome to Sam Parker Counselling. By using this website or engaging in counselling services provided by me, Sam Parker, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully. \u00a0 1. General Information This website provides information about the counselling services offered by Sam Parker, a qualified person-centred counsellor based in Manchester, UK. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework. The content on this site is for general information only and does not constitute medical, legal, or therapeutic advice. \u00a0 2. Counselling Services I offer person-centred counselling sessions in person or online via secure video call. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes. Clients must be aged 18 or over unless otherwise agreed in writing. All counselling is confidential, with some legal exceptions (see Section 5). \u00a0 3. Bookings &amp; Payments Session fee: \u00a355 Payment is required via bank transfer before or at the time of the session. Cancellations require at least 48 hours\u2019 notice. Late cancellations may be charged in full. Missed sessions without notice will be charged the full session fee. Sessions that are paid for in cash require a \u00a33 charge per payment, meaning the fee for one session is \u00a358. \u00a0 4. Disclaimer While counselling can be deeply helpful, outcomes cannot be guaranteed. The counselling relationship is collaborative, and you are responsible for your wellbeing and choices throughout the process. My service is not a crisis or emergency response. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent mental health support, please contact: Your GP NHS 111 Samaritans (116 123) Emergency services (999) \u00a0 5. Confidentiality &amp; Privacy All sessions are confidential. Information you share will not be disclosed without your consent unless: There is a risk of serious harm to you or others I am required to do so by law There is a disclosure of certain criminal activity (e.g. terrorism, drug trafficking, safeguarding concerns) Your data is handled in line with UK GDPR regulations. Please see the Privacy Policy for full details. \u00a0 6. Website Use All content on this website is the intellectual property of Sam Parker unless otherwise stated. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any material without permission. \u00a0 7. Changes to Terms These terms may be updated at any time. The latest version will always be available on this website. \u00a0 8. Contact Sam Parker BACP Registered Counsellor Email: sparkercounselling@gmail.com Location: Didsbury, Manchester \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-151","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/151","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=151"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/151\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":155,"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/151\/revisions\/155"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/counsellingdidsbury.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=151"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}