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BACP's Judy Stafford, a person-centred counsellor, explains the person-centred approach and what you can expect from your therapist.

How to identify behaviours that are considered unacceptable, report inappropriate contact and get advice and support.

Research by Vitor Velosa

Articles of Association of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

Val Watson of BACP Coaching division talks to higher education consultant and integrated coach-therapist, Géraldine Dufour, about how a coaching approach in university counselling is benefitting students’ mental health. University and College Counselling, November 2023

Sarah Millward talks about the fees and common questions like cancellation charges, refunds, receipt issuance and more. She also explores the importance of clear contacts, informed consent, and ethical considerations for therapists. BACP Get help with counselling concerns blog

BACP Healthcare news and resources. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, April 2023.

Open article: Editor Jeanine Connor in conversation with Catherine Knibbs about the importance of getting tech smart. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2026.

Open article: Barbara Smith, Carl Dutton and Kaye Richards have developed green and social prescribing for young people, with innovative programmes delivered by CAMHS practitioners and community colleagues. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2025.

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