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New BACP accreditation routes opening February 2026 after SCoPEd transition period.

Open article: People with chronic kidney disease are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression than the general population. But psychological support for kidney patients is not guaranteed, writes Vicky Lush. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2026.

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.

"Human beings’ strength lies in our ability to connect with each other and to form strong relationships, even during difficult times." Regular column from Kath Lock-Giddy. Thresholds, January 2023

'My own doctoral research found that resources within student counselling are not suitably matched with clinical services in healthcare...' Regular column from Afra Turner. University and College Counselling, March 2023

We briefed MPs for a debate on support for children and families during the Covid-19 pandemic

We called for greater investment in counselling and psychotherapy for the UK’s growing mental health needs

Open article: ‘Therapy enabled me to enjoy my wedding day’. Therapy Today, April 2024

Anne Scoging takes over the regular chair's column to talk about recovering from trauma. Counselling at Work, Summer 2015

We issued a joint statement highlighting concerns over the Government’s decision to reduce investment and linking hubs to crime prevention