Built on Security from the Ground Up
Counselling Buddy was designed specifically for UK mental health professionals, where confidentiality and trust are paramount. Every layer of the platform — from login to storage — is built around protecting your clients’ data and ensuring full compliance with GDPR.
Core Capabilities
By The Numbers
Privacy You Can Depend On
Our security model ensures that you stay the data controller while Counselling Buddy acts as your data processor, providing all the tools you need to stay compliant without complexity.
- TLS 1.3 encrypted connections
- Role-based access controls for multi-user practices (coming soon)
- Data retention automation (coming soon)
- GDPR-ready documentation for your records
- Regular penetration testing and internal audits
Real Results
Integrated Peace of Mind
Every feature in Counselling Buddy inherits the same security principles:
- Document Storage: All files encrypted and access-controlled
- Client Management: Protected under role-based permissions
- Email & Calendar Sync: Privacy-safe event and reminder handling
- Session Notes: Encrypted and tied directly to client profiles
Getting Started
Security requires no configuration — it’s built in:
- Create your Counselling Buddy account
- Use encrypted login and MFA (if enabled)
- Store data normally — encryption happens automatically
- Access GDPR documentation from the Security Settings page