British Society of Gerontology (BSG) Annual conference, 25th – 27th June 2025, University of Surrey Jenny O’Donnell is presenting research on care Homes and dementia at BSG conference. BACP staff blogs.
Fantastic opportunity as MPs debate school-based counselling News Published 3 Nov 2021 We’re campaigning for a paid counsellor to be in every secondary school, academy and FE college in England
Letter to Home Secretary calls for therapy support for child sex abuse survivors News Published 9 Jan 2025 We support joint call to ensure child sexual abuse survivors get guaranteed therapy support
National census ‘shines a light’ on mental health funding neglect in schools News Published 11 Sep 2025 Our response to Children’s Commissioner’s landmark census of school leaders in England
Counselling changes lives: When trauma hides in plain sight Journals Published 22 Nov 2024 Open article: Therapy can help clients recognise the unexpected ways trauma shows up in their lives, says Philippa Smethurst. Therapy Today, December 2024/January 2025.
Student placements with children and young people Requirements for student counsellors on adult-focused BACP accredited courses undertaking training placements with children and young people.
Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, July 2024 Journals Published 29 Jul 2024 Face your fear. Plus... On the frontline: Trauma-informed treatment for burnout in the NHS... Ghost stories: Exploring the impact of past relationships on family carers... Cancer diagnosis: How acceptance and commitment therapy supports patients.
Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2024 Journals Published 21 Oct 2024 Walking and talking. Plus... Primary emotions: Understanding our attachment needs... Massage therapy: How touch can heal psychological trauma... Drug addiction: Community support for crack cocaine users.
University and College Counselling, May 2024 Journals Published 24 May 2024 Roots exposed: Disentangling mental health and suicide in higher education settings. Plus... Distinctions and visibilities: Labelling mental health... Mental Health Charter: Association of Colleges... Eating disorders: Guidance from Beat