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News from BACP
Commission urges action to unlock the therapy workforce’s potential
Read our response to the Commission for the Future of Counselling and Psychotherapy report
Our response to the Autumn Budget
The focus on prevention is welcome, but we’re waiting to see details of targeted investment in mental health and therapy.
The impact and value of third sector counselling services: call for evidence
We're inviting all third sector and specialist counselling services to share any evidence they already hold about the impact of their work.
BACP member awards
Our awards celebrate the success and achievements of our members.
Northern Ireland funding announcement
BACP welcomes Northern Ireland funding announcement but calls for longer-term investment in counselling services.
Therapy, ADHD and mental health: How therapy can help ADHD adults
We’ve spoken to counsellors and psychotherapists for ADHD Awareness Month
Forthcoming events
Online PDD - 03/11/26: Working with Context, Normativity/Diversity, and EDI Embedded in the Self, Practice, and the Curriculum.
HUCS Support/ Check-in
Working With Coaching - Going deeper with dual practice
From our journals
The big issue: In association with Happiful
Open article: In association with Happiful: Kathryn Wheeler unpacks the growing trend of clients wanting to switch off the news. Therapy Today, November 2026.
Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2026
How counselling can support kidney patients. Plus... Counselling and class: Therapists should attend to class in the room // Fundamental faith: The lasting impact of a strict religious upbringing // Sickness and health: Understanding emetophobia can lead to change
Workplace, October 2026
Beyond the process: Navigating the emotional landscape of workplace investigations. Also in this issue: The interview: My workplace // Practice: Time to think // Supervision: is it working? BACP Workplace, October 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.