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Record numbers of footballers accessing PFA counselling service
Our members are at the fore of mental health support in professional football
Feeling lonely on Valentine’s Day? It’s time to think of your own self-care
February 14 doesn’t have to be about romantic meals or exchanging cards
Giving evidence on Scotland's £60 million school counselling programme
Our Children, Young People and Families Lead Jo Holmes appeared before Scottish Parliament's Education and Skills Committee
Report highlights stigma around young people's mental health
Jo Holmes, our Children, Young People and Families Lead, welcomed The Children's Society report Waiting in Line
Time to Talk Day: Our members on how talking to a counsellor can help
Watch our members explain why talking to a counsellor can help with your mental health and wellbeing
World Cancer Day: How therapy can help coping with cancer
Our member Cordelia Galgut has written about acknowledging trauma and other emotional challenges in a new book
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Caught in the Net
Free article: Sally Brown explores the impact of social media on girls’ mental health. Therapy Today, February 2020
Coaching with the earth in mind
Free article: Diane Parker talks to Linda Aspey, about her work with global activist movement Extinction Rebellion (XR). Coaching Today, January 2020
Examining the evidence for pre-trial therapy
Free article: Counselling clients who are potential witnesses in a criminal trial of their alleged abusers is controversial and challenging. Peter Jenkins and Maddie Nixon present the case for pre-trial therapy. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, January 2020
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Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions
The full Ethical Framework with additional resources, videos and FAQs. All members commit to complying with the Ethical Framework as part of their terms and conditions of membership.
Ethics hub
Information, resources and support to help you make ethical decisions and implement ethical practice.
Professional conduct
How we uphold high standards of proficiency and ethical practice within the counselling professions.