This is part one of a three-part resource offering a quick guide to the legal, ethical and practical considerations for BACP members in lone working in their practice. 

Part one focus on location-related issues.
Part two focuses on client considerations.
Part three looks at acting on a concern.

Using Ethics essential resources 

These resources are not contractually binding on members but provide information, observations and questions to help you make ethical decisions within your practice.

Individual practice issues are often complex and will vary depending on your clients, models of working, the context of the work and the kind of therapeutic intervention provided. We'd always recommend discussing practice dilemmas with a supervisor, a legal advisor or another suitably qualified and experienced professional.

Disclaimer

This resource is created as part of the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions. Our resources and their links are reviewed regularly, however links can change at very short notice.