Terms of use
Terms of Use & Disclaimer
These terms explain how this website may be used and what its content is, and is not, for. Please read them alongside my Privacy, Safeguarding & Data Protection Policy.
Introduction
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of this website and any related online content provided by Paula Miles Therapy. By accessing or using this site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.
Paula Miles Therapy reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site signifies acceptance of any changes.
Business details
- Business name: Paula Miles Therapy
- Practitioner: Paula Medeiros Borges Miles
- Professional title: Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
- Registered address: Corinthian Close, Basingstoke, RG22 4TN, United Kingdom
- Email: enquiries@paulamilestherapy.com
- Data controller: Paula Miles
Purpose of this website
This website is designed to provide information about the psychotherapy services offered by Paula Miles Therapy. It may also include educational articles and blog posts to support emotional wellbeing.
All content is for general information and educational purposes only and should not be taken as therapeutic or medical advice.
No therapeutic relationship
Engaging with content on this website, including blog posts, emails or messages, does not constitute a therapeutic relationship. A professional therapist–client relationship is only established when:
- An initial consultation is completed
- Both parties agree to begin therapy
- A written therapy agreement is signed
- Fees and session terms are confirmed
Until then, interactions via this site remain informational only.
Personal responsibility
While this website provides resources for reflection and learning, the application of any information is at your own discretion and responsibility. Paula Miles Therapy cannot be held liable for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or emotional distress arising from the use or misuse of content.
You are encouraged to seek professional help if you are experiencing significant distress, crisis or mental health symptoms.
Crisis support
This website does not provide emergency mental health support.
If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, please contact:
- NHS 111 or 999 (UK emergency services)
- Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7 support line)
- Mind UK: 0300 123 3393
- Or visit your nearest A&E department
Intellectual property
All materials on this website, including text, images, graphics and logos, are the intellectual property of Paula Miles Therapy, unless otherwise credited.
You may view and download materials for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify or sell any content without written permission. Any unauthorised use of content may result in legal action.
Links to third-party websites
This website may contain links to external sites or third-party tools for convenience, such as booking systems or payment processors. Paula Miles Therapy is not responsible for the content, reliability or policies of external websites and does not endorse them. Use of external links is at your own discretion and risk.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by UK law, Paula Miles Therapy shall not be liable for any loss or damage (including emotional distress, data loss or system failure) resulting from:
- Use or inability to use this website
- Reliance on any content provided herein
- Technical errors or omissions in content
All use of this site is at your own risk.
Data protection
All personal data collected through this site is managed in compliance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. For details on how personal data is collected, processed and protected, please refer to the Privacy, Safeguarding & Data Protection Policy available on this website.
Cookie use
This website does not use advertising or analytics cookies, and it does not track your browsing. The contact form opens in your own email app, so nothing you write is stored on this website. For full details, please refer to the Privacy, Safeguarding & Data Protection Policy.
Professional & ethical standards
Paula Miles Therapy operates under the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions, which includes:
- Respect for confidentiality and informed consent
- Commitment to client safety, autonomy and wellbeing
- Adherence to UK safeguarding laws (Children Act 1989, Care Act 2014)
- Transparent and ethical advertising and online practice
If you have concerns about ethical practice, you may contact the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) at www.bacp.co.uk.
Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Contact
For questions regarding these Terms or your use of the site, please contact Paula Miles Therapy at enquiries@paulamilestherapy.com, or write to Corinthian Close, Basingstoke, RG22 4TN.
Last updated: October 2026
