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News from BACP
Trustee steps down to take on new role
Marc Leppard was an appointed trustee on our Board
How to beat stress: 7 tips from therapists to reclaim your inner peace
We asked our members what stress is, why it happens and what you can do to help.
Chancellor’s Autumn Statement is a good start for improving the mental health of the nation
We welcome the Budget’s much needed investment in public services but we're concerned about the impact on third sector organisations
How to talk to your young child about Halloween
Our members give tips for parents about how to explain Halloween to young children
Anxiety is the top reason why women in menopause are seeking therapy, our survey finds
Our members share their top tips to help keep anxiety at bay if you’re experiencing menopausal symptoms
World Mental Health Day: Why people are seeking therapy in 2024
Almost two thirds (64%) of therapists have seen an increase in clients coming to therapy for support with stress, persistent worrying, and overthinking
Forthcoming events
AGM Conference 2024
Working With: Soul 2024
Working with adult adopted clients and adoption related issues
From our journals
The big issue: The truth about men and therapy
Open article: It’s time to finally challenge the prevalent misconceptions about male engagement with therapy, says Ed Harkness. Therapy Today, November 2024.
The power of 'no'
Open article: What might be possible if only we said 'no'? The art and science of saying 'no' is a topic that intrigues Nicola Neath. She explores why so many of us struggle to say ‘no’ at work and how therapists can best support our clients (and ourselves) to use that two-lettered word more easily. BACP Workplace, October 2024.
A flourishing community: counsellors who coach
Open article: Psychotherapist, coach, supervisor and former Chair of BACP Coaching, Lucy Myers, outlines the history and current practice of therapeutically informed coaching, and offers guidance for dual-trained practitioners. Coaching Today, October 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.