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News from BACP
Developing the new Ethical Framework
The Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions 2018 is being reviewed, and we want to make sure that members are involved in the process.
Menopause myths: What women really need to know
Therapists discuss common menopause myths and how to manage wellbeing
Serious concerns raised on lack of funding for NI mental health services
Our response to Mental Health Strategy funding review in Northern Ireland
Commission for the Future of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Commission for the Future of Counselling and Psychotherapy is launched.
Counselling services must be part of Government back to work schemes
Mental health services vital role in helping people into work recognised, at our Labour Party conference event
Update on our former Deputy Chair
Our Board of Governors has issued an announcement
Forthcoming events
Spirituality network meeting - online
Private practice network meeting online - Glasgow
Community network meeting - Guildford
From our journals
The big issue: George Floyd: five years on
Open article: Black practitioners on progress, challenges, barriers and hope. Therapy Today, October 2025.
Reimagining support, reframing masculinity
Open article: A wide range of structural and social factors can act as barriers to male students seeking support. Jozef Sen and Dr Claire Wolstenholme from Sheffield Hallam University share their approach to getting men talking. BACP University and College Counselling, September 2025.
Discussion: Belief systems and abuse
Open article: Jeremy Sachs looks at the complex role that belief systems can have for male survivors of sexual abuse. Thresholds, October 2025.
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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.