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News from BACP
What does grief feel like? - the unexpected experiences of grief
Bereavement counsellors and therapists have shared how grief can impact people in different and surprising ways
Child mental health ‘over diagnosis’ is tired and misleading narrative
We’ve hit back at a new report and comments by MP Jeremy Hunt
Mental health services are not meeting men’s needs
Our response to Department of Health and Social Care consultation on men’s health strategy
Announcement about our Chair and Deputy Chair
Our Board of Governors has issued a statement
Positive Steps campaign launches with park messages for new mums
Our campaign highlights the benefits of therapy to overwhelmed and struggling new mums
'Deep concerns' over the Government’s reduced investment in Young Futures Hubs
We issued a joint statement highlighting concerns over the Government’s decision to reduce investment and linking hubs to crime prevention
Forthcoming events
Private Practice Conference 2025
Private Practice network meeting - Cambridge
Private practice network meeting - Kent
From our journals
The big issue: The silent fight
Open article: Lucy McDonald investigates how therapists can support the rising numbers living with chronic illness. Therapy Today, September 2025.
On the edge
Open article: Editor Jeanine Connor in conversation with Junior Smart OBE about his work to understand, and ultimately prevent, youth violence, by engaging with young people caught up in chaos and exploitation. BACP Children, Young People and Families, September 2025
‘I cannot behave like oil or water when I am neither. I am both’
Open article: We have an ethical responsibility to address systemic prejudice and discrimination, including monoracism, wherever it appears, advocates Mary-Claire Wilson. Private Practice, September 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.