Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 21 March 2026

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This Cookie Policy explains how HelpMindBody uses cookies and similar technologies on its website.

 

It explains what cookies and similar technologies are, why they may be used, what categories may apply, when third party providers may also be involved, and what choices may be available to users.

 

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

Who We Are

HelpMindBody is the brand name for Daniel Gunn’s private therapy practice.

 

HelpMindBody is a mental health online practice and educational publishing brand. Through the website and related communications, HelpMindBody may provide therapy related information, mental health articles, educational resources, enquiry handling, booking related functions, and related website features.

 

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or about the use of cookies and similar technologies on the website, you may contact us using the details set out at the end of this Cookie Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies may also be used to store information on your device, access information stored on your device, recognise your browser or device, remember settings, support security, analyse usage, or perform related functions.

 

For ease of reading, this policy uses the phrase cookies and similar technologies to refer to cookies and related tools that may store information on, or access information from, your device in connection with the website.

Why We Use Cookies

HelpMindBody may use cookies and similar technologies for purposes connected with the operation, security, administration, improvement, and review of the website and related online functions.

 

These purposes may include:

  • keeping the website functioning properly
  • maintaining website security and helping protect the website from spam, abuse, malicious traffic, fraudulent behaviour, or unauthorised activity
  • remembering user preferences or settings
  • remembering cookie choices
  • supporting forms, sessions, and other website functions
  • understanding how visitors use the website
  • improving website performance, content, and user experience
  • supporting embedded services or third party tools where applicable
  • supporting lawful analytics, communications, content visibility, automation, or related online functions where appropriate

Categories of Cookies and Similar Technologies We May Use

The exact cookies and similar technologies used on the HelpMindBody website may change from time to time depending on the website’s active tools, plugins, themes, services, providers, and settings. The categories below describe the main types of cookies and similar technologies that may be used.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Some cookies and similar technologies may be strictly necessary for the proper operation, security, or core functionality of the website.

These may include technologies used to:

  • keep the website secure

  • support essential page and form functions

  • remember cookie choices

  • maintain session integrity

  • support login related functions where applicable

  • help manage traffic and service reliability

  • support abuse prevention or security verification

These cookies and similar technologies are used because they are necessary for the website to function safely and properly, or to provide a service requested by the user.

Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent and are always active when you use the website.

Functional Cookies

Some cookies and similar technologies may be used to remember user settings, display preferences, accessibility choices, or similar selections so that the website can operate in a more consistent and user friendly way.

 

Whether a particular functional technology is strictly necessary or optional may depend on the purpose it serves and the way the website is configured.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

Some cookies and similar technologies may be used to understand how visitors use the website and how the website performs.

 

These may include technologies used to understand:

  • which pages are visited
  • how visitors move through the website
  • how long visitors spend on pages
  • which content appears most useful
  • how the website performs on different browsers or devices
  • how the website may be improved

This information may help HelpMindBody improve website structure, content, functionality, and user experience.

Preferences and Personalisation Cookies

Some cookies and similar technologies may be used to remember choices that affect how the website appears or functions for you, such as display settings, region related settings, or other convenience based preferences.

Where these are not strictly necessary, they will be used only where appropriate notice and consent or choice requirements have been met.

Security Related Cookies

HelpMindBody may use cookies and similar technologies connected with website security, abuse prevention, traffic management, and related protective functions.

 

These may be used for purposes such as:

  • bot detection
  • security verification
  • spam prevention
  • session protection
  • fraud prevention
  • request management
  • website protection

Marketing and Related Optional Technologies

Depending on the tools and services used on the website, some cookies and similar technologies may be used for lawful marketing, audience development, content performance, communication engagement, campaign analysis, or related online purposes.

 

Where such technologies are not strictly necessary, HelpMindBody aims to use them only where appropriate legal requirements have been met.

First Party and Third Party Cookies

Cookies and similar technologies used on the website may be first party or third party.

Cookies used on the website may be first-party (set by HelpMindBody or through the website domain) or third-party (set by providers whose tools or content are used through the website). Third-party providers may include those connected with hosting, security, analytics, booking, payment processing, communication tools, or embedded content.

 

Third-party providers operate under their own privacy policies and cookie practices. Where third-party cookies are optional, they will only be activated after appropriate consent is obtained.

 

Depending on the website configuration, third party providers may include providers connected with:

  • website hosting
  • website platform functions
  • security services
  • analytics services
  • booking or scheduling services
  • payment related functions
  • embedded content
  • communication tools
  • marketing or content
  • performance tools

Cookies and Similar Technologies That May Be Used on the Website

The examples below are provided to help explain the kinds of cookies and similar technologies that may be used on the HelpMindBody website. The exact technologies used may vary over time depending on the tools and settings active on the website.

Consent Management Cookies

If HelpMindBody uses a cookie banner, consent manager, or preference tool, that tool may place a cookie or use a similar technology to remember your cookie choices and settings.

Analytics Cookies

If analytics tools are enabled, they may place cookies or use similar technologies to help understand website traffic, visitor behaviour, content performance, and general website use.

Embedded Content and Third Party Feature Cookies

If the website includes embedded content or third party tools, such as videos, forms, scheduling tools, maps, or other external services, those services may use cookies or similar technologies in connection with their operation.

Information That May Be Collected Through Cookies and Similar Technologies

Depending on the tools used and the way the website is configured, cookies and similar technologies may collect, generate, receive, store, or access information such as:

  • Internet Protocol address
  • browser type and browser version
  • device type
  • operating system
  • language settings
  • general location information derived from technical data
  • pages viewed
  • time spent on pages
  • dates and times of access
  • referring websites or links
  • interaction patterns
  • session related information
  • preference settings
  • consent choices
  • security related indicators
  • traffic and usage information

 

Where information collected through cookies and similar technologies can reasonably be linked to an individual, browser, device, or identifier connected with an individual, that information may also be treated as personal information and our Privacy Policy will also apply.

Strictly necessary cookies are used without your consent because they are essential for the website to function. For all other cookies and similar technologies, we aim to rely on your consent where required by applicable law (including the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations, PECR, and UK GDPR). Where consent is requested, you will be given a clear opportunity to accept or refuse optional cookies through the cookie banner or preference tool on the website. You may withdraw or update your choices at any time.

How Long Cookies and Similar Technologies Last

Some cookies are session based. These remain on your device only while your browser session is active and are usually removed when you close your browser. Other cookies are persistent. These remain on your device for a longer period until they expire or are deleted. The duration of a cookie or similar technology may depend on its purpose, the provider involved, the website settings in use, and the way the relevant tool is configured.

How You Can Manage Cookies

You may be able to manage cookies and similar technologies in a number of ways.

Cookie Banner or Preference Tool

Where available, the website may provide a cookie banner, consent manager, or preference tool that allows you to accept, refuse, or adjust choices for optional cookies and similar technologies.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow users to control cookies through browser settings. Depending on your browser, you may be able to block, restrict, delete, or receive notifications about cookies.

Device or Platform Settings

In some cases, your device, browser, or platform may also provide settings affecting site data, tracking technologies, or similar online tools. Please note that restricting or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality, performance, convenience, or availability of some parts of the website.

Consequences of Restricting Cookies

If you refuse, block, or delete certain cookies or similar technologies, some parts of the website may not work as intended.

For example:

  • some forms may not function properly
  • preferences may not be remembered
  • some pages or embedded features may not display correctly
  • security features may be affected
  • performance related improvements may be limited

Certain strictly necessary cookies and similar technologies may be needed for the website to function properly and securely.

International Processing

Some third party providers whose tools or systems use cookies or similar technologies may process information outside the United Kingdom.


Where information connected with cookies or similar technologies is processed internationally, HelpMindBody aims to ensure that such processing is handled in accordance with applicable data protection law and with appropriate safeguards where required.


Further information about international processing may be set out in our Privacy Policy.

HelpMindBody may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, regulatory guidance, website features, plugins, services, providers, consent tools, analytics tools, security measures, or the way cookies and similar technologies are used on the website.

 

Where changes are made, the updated version will be posted on this page and the Last Updated date at the top of this Cookie Policy will be revised.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, the use of cookies and similar technologies on the website, or your cookie choices, you can contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+44) 79 3979 4979