Privacy Policy

NeuroNourishLab
Effective Date: 11 December 2025
Last Updated: 11 December 2025

NeuroNourishLab (“NNL”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and managing your personal information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

If you have any questions, please contact us at: admin@neuronourishlab.com.au

1. Overview

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, clients, and users of the NeuroNourishLab website and services, including online consultations, forms, and programs.
By using our website or engaging in our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to provide nutrition education, lifestyle programming, and behaviour-change support. This may include:

2.1 Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Contact details

  • Emergency contact information

2.2 Sensitive Health Information

  • Nutrition and lifestyle history

  • Medical information relevant to nutrition support

  • Mental wellbeing information relevant to your program

  • Goals, challenges, and behavioural patterns

2.3 Telehealth Information

When using Google Meet:

  • video/audio connection metadata

  • AI-assisted meeting summaries (if enabled)

  • device information for security

NNL does not record telehealth sessions without explicit permission.

2.4 Communication & Website Data

  • Email correspondence

  • Form submissions

  • Website analytics

  • IP address or device type (non-identifiable)

3. How We Collect Information

We may collect information through:

  • Intake forms and questionnaires

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Emails and messaging

  • AI-assisted note-taking tools

  • Collaboration with your GP/psychologist (with consent)

  • Online bookings and secure payment systems

  • Website forms and analytics tools

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide personalised nutrition and behaviour-change support

  • Plan care and track progress

  • Document sessions and maintain client records

  • Communicate appointment and program details

  • Assess safety and suitability of services

  • Coordinate care with other providers (with your consent)

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or trade personal information.

5. Data Storage & Security

Your information is stored securely within:

  • Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, email, AI summaries)

  • Secure telehealth systems

  • Encrypted devices

  • Online booking systems

  • Square payment processing

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, misuse, or loss.
Only authorised NNL staff may access your records.

6. AI-Assisted Note-Taking (Transparency Statement)

NNL may use AI-assisted documentation tools within Google Workspace or Google Meet to support accurate and timely note-taking.

  • AI-generated summaries become part of your clinical record

  • These tools do not make decisions or interpret clinical meaning

  • You may request not to use AI features during specific sessions (unless required for safe documentation)

7. Sharing Your Information

We only share personal information:

7.1 With Your Consent

For collaboration with:

  • GP

  • psychologist

  • psychiatrist

  • dietitian

  • relevant allied-health providers

7.2 If You Are in a Collaborative Program

Programs involving Melissa Fadden, Registered Psychologist, require structured two-way communication.
This is mandatory for program participation.

7.3 When Required by Law

We may disclose information when legally required, including situations involving:

  • serious risk of harm

  • suspected abuse

  • court orders or legal processes

  • safety of vulnerable individuals

7.4 Third-Party Providers

Your data may be handled by trusted external providers such as:

  • Google (Workspace & Meet)

  • Square (payment processing)

  • Website hosting or analytics tools

These providers operate with industry-grade security and encryption.

8. Cross-Border Data Storage

Because NNL uses cloud-based platforms, your information may be stored on servers located outside Australia.

By using our services, you consent to this storage.
Our providers maintain security and privacy standards consistent with the APPs.

9. Accessing or Updating Your Information

You may request:

  • access to your personal information

  • correction of inaccurate or outdated information

Requests can be made at any time via: admin@neuronourishlab.com.au

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

10. Data Retention

Client records are retained for at least 7 years after your last consultation, or longer if legally required. Records may be securely destroyed or permanently de-identified when no longer needed.

11. Cookies & Analytics (Website Tracking)

NNL may use cookies or analytics tools to improve website performance and understand user behaviour.
These collect non-identifiable data such as:

pages visited

  • time spent on the site

  • device/browser type

  • approximate location

You may disable cookies through your browser.
NNL does not use cookies for advertising or tracking personal identities.

12. Social Media Privacy

Interactions on social media are not private.
We recommend avoiding sharing personal or health information in public comments or direct messages.

NNL does not use social media for:

  • clinical communication

  • scheduling

  • risk or crisis response

Please email admin@neuronourishlab.com.au for confidential questions.

13. Communication Preferences

By engaging with NNL, you may receive essential administrative communications such as:

  • appointment confirmations

  • program updates

  • required forms and documents

These cannot be opted out of while you are an active client.
Contact details can be updated anytime.

14. How to Make a Privacy Complaint

If you have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact:

NeuroNourishLab Privacy Officer
admin@neuronourishlab.com.au

If unresolved, you may contact:

Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
🌐 www.oaic.gov.au
📞 1300 363 992

NNL aims to resolve concerns quickly, respectfully, and transparently.

15. Updates to This Policy

NNL may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect:

  • legal changes

  • new technology

  • updates to our services

The most current version will always be available on our website.