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News from BACP
School counselling brings long-term economic benefit, first-of-its-kind report reveals
The report says earlier intervention has a greater impact on children’s lives
Mental health matters: Championing counselling and psychotherapy
We’re urging the next Government to adopt policies that promote and enhance mental wellbeing, removing barriers to accessing mental health services
BACP Cost of living report
A central pillar of our campaign work this year has been to better understand the negative mental health impact of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis on our members, counselling services, clients and the wider population.
Cost of living crisis is ‘greatest threat’ for mental health of UK workforce
We're calling for Governments across the UK to overhaul opportunities for investment in employee mental health support
2024 UK counselling and therapy trends and attitudes revealed
A third of UK adults have had counselling in the past year says our new public survey
How to help your child deal with exam stress
Therapists share advice to help parents support children during exam season
Forthcoming events
Private Practice network meeting - Eastbourne
Research conference 2024 - Birmingham
Private Practice Conference 2024
From our journals
The big issue: Why Rogers is still relevant
Open article: Catherine Jackson explores what the person-centred approach has to offer clients and therapists today. Therapy Today, June 2024
The JEDI coach: embracing inclusivity
Open article: President of the RoundTable Institute, Priya Nalkur, Ed.D. identifies inclusivity as a core coaching competency and offers strategies for coaches to incorporate it into our practices. Coaching Today, April 2024
Distinctions and visibilities
Open article: Dr Heather Sutherland shares a personal reflection on ‘mental health’ as a labelled issue of concern in UK higher education institutions. University and College Counselling, May 2024.
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Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions
The Ethical Framework sets out the expected ethical principles, values and good practice standards for BACP members. All members commit to complying with the Ethical Framework as part of their terms and conditions of membership.
Ethics hub
Need help with an ethical dilemma? Find information and support or book a consultation with our ethics officers.
Professional conduct
How we uphold high standards of proficiency and ethical practice within the counselling professions.