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Latest news
Under-19s mental health treatment figures just 'tip of the iceberg'
The Guardian has revealed a sharp rise in under-19s being treated by NHS mental health services, yet only one in four under-18s is receiving treatment.
Opposition to conversion therapy supported by leading psychological, psychotherapeutic and counselling organisations
BACP has joined forces with 15 other national organisations to confirm our opposition to the practice of conversion therapy, including for gender identity.
BACP welcomes end to conversion therapy
We welcome the UK Government announcement that it will seek to eradicate conversion therapy in the UK
Introducing the new Ethical Framework 2018
Following an extensive review and consultation, the new Ethical Framework came into effect on 1 July 2018. Find out more about the changes.
Governor elections 2018
Voting for the BACP Board of Governors election opened on 2 July
New Ethics hub launched
Our new Ethics hub will help members find the information and support they need, when they need it
Forthcoming events
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From our journals
Why we need a national disaster network
Free article: Reflecting on the traumatic events of 2017, Jelena Watkins has a vision for how the therapy profession could mobilise and collaborate to better support those affected by a major incident. BACP Workplace, July 2018
The fifth wave: beyond the mainstream
Free article: Mike Moss explores a possible new evolutionary direction for therapy. Thresholds, July 2018
The only way is ethics
Free article: With the latest revision of the Ethical Framework, has the counselling profession finally grown up? Catherine Jackson reports. Therapy Today, July 2018
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Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions
All members commit to complying with the Ethical Framework as part of their terms and conditions of membership. It helps you provide your clients with a secure base for your work together.
BACP divisions
Our divisions represent and promote specialist areas of interest within the counselling professions.
FAQs about GDPR
A quick guide to the new General Data Protection Regulation. Updated 29 May 2018.