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News from BACP
BACP Year of impact report
As part of our commitment to demonstrate the importance of counselling and its wider impact, we’re excited to share our Year of impact report.
NHS productivity project
An invitation for an organisation to tender and work with us on our NHS productivity project to improve understanding of counselling and psychotherapy amongst NHS leaders and commissioners.
Campaign to tackle ‘crisis point culture’ that prevents men from seeking support
Our survey found 70% of men would only consider therapy once they reach breaking point
Become a BACP Trustee
Become a BACP Trustee: are you passionate about the future of the counselling profession and looking to make a meaningful impact on the nation’s mental health?
Our policy priorities reflected across Welsh party manifestos
Growing cross-party support for our policy priorities ahead of the Senedd election
Scottish party manifestos reflect our policy priorities
Evidence of our policy influence across most party manifestos ahead of the Scottish Parliament election
Forthcoming events
Universities and Colleges network meeting - online
Private Practice network meeting - Cambridge
Member Event 2026
From our journals
The big issue: Through the lens of Gen Z
Open article: Emma Reed reports on the issues facing teens and 20-somethings today. Therapy Today, May 2026.
How does EMDR really work?
Open article: Dr Yvonne Waft describes how bilateral stimulation can help people to reprocess painful memories and recover from trauma. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, April 2026.
Navigating a complex landscape: duty of care for dual-qualified coaches
Open article: As coaches and dual-qualified practitioners, what ethical responsibilities do we hold for our clients?Dr Trish Turner and Dr Benita Mayhead share their explorations. Coaching Today, April 2026.
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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.