Last updated: 27.02.2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Lucie Aidart (“I”, “me”, “my”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit this website or engage my services.

I operate as a sole trader based in the United Kingdom, offering writing, books, coaching, shamanic practice, and art and healing events.

1. Data Controller

Lucie Aidart
Edinburgh, United Kingdom - A full service address is available upon formal request.
Email: lucie(a)lucieaidart.com

I am the data controller responsible for your personal data.

2. What Personal Data I Collect

Depending on your interaction with my work, I may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Billing details
• Information submitted via contact forms
• Information shared during coaching or shamanic sessions
• Session notes and reflections
• Technical data (IP address, browser type, website analytics data)
• Email subscription preferences

I do not intentionally collect sensitive health data unless you voluntarily provide it in the context of coaching or shamanic sessions.

3. How I Use Your Data

Your personal data is used to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Deliver writing, coaching, or shamanic services tailored to you
• Maintain session records
• Process payments
• Send newsletters and communications (if you have opted in)
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Comply with legal and tax obligations

Your data is never sold or rented.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, I process personal data on the following lawful bases:

• Consent (for email marketing and optional communications)
• Performance of a contract (when you book, engage, or pay for my services, including sessions invoiced without a separate written agreement)
• Legal obligation (for tax and accounting requirements)
• Legitimate interests (to operate and improve my professional services)

If you provide sensitive personal information in the context of sessions, it is processed only with your explicit consent.

5. Session Notes & Storage

Client notes and session information may be securely stored digitally using Microsoft OneDrive and encrypted email systems.

Access to this data is restricted solely to me.

6. Confidentiality

All coaching, intuition and shamanic sessions are treated as confidential.

Personal information and session content will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.

In certain professional contexts, I may discuss aspects of my work in a confidential supervisory or mentorship setting for the purpose of professional development and quality assurance. In such cases, identifying details will be anonymised wherever possible, and any mentor or supervisor is bound by confidentiality obligations.

In the context of group programmes, retreats, or institutional contracts, I maintain strict confidentiality regarding participant identity, discussions, and shared materials, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

7. Payment Processing

Payments may be processed through third-party providers (e.g. Stripe, bank transfer, or other secure platforms). I do not store full card details on this website.

These providers process data under their own privacy policies.

8. Email Communications

If you subscribe to my newsletter or mailing list:

• Your email address will be stored securely via my email service provider, Substack.
• You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email.
• I will only send communications relevant to my work, offerings, or updates.

9. International Clients & Transfers

As I work internationally, your personal data may be transferred outside the UK.

Where this occurs, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through reputable service providers and standard contractual protections.

10. Data Retention

I retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• Client records: up to 6 years (for legal and tax compliance)
• Email subscription data: until you unsubscribe
• General enquiries: up to 24 months
• Financial records: as required by UK law

Data is reviewed periodically and securely deleted when no longer necessary.

11. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion (where legally possible)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, contact: lucie(a)lucieaidart.com

12. Cookies & Analytics

This website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyse website traffic.

I use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to understand how visitors use this site. Google Analytics may collect information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.

Google may process this information on servers located outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with UK data protection law.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Where required by law, you will be asked to provide consent before non-essential cookies, including analytics cookies, are activated.