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Joining BACP CYPF links you with a large, diverse and experienced group of practitioners who are committed to furthering ethical and effective counselling and psychotherapy for children and young people.

The Standing Orders of the Association, determined by the Board of Governors.

Open article: Frontline NHS workers are at high risk of burnout. Gloria Howard explains how a trauma-informed approach to treatment can be effective. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, July 2024.

Open article: Andy Cross and Tessa Tilbe write about the development of ‘climbing for wellbeing’, otherwise known as ‘bouldering therapy’, at the University of Cumbria. University and College Counselling, March 2025.

A round-up of the latest findings and policy updates affecting CYPF. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2024.

Ioannes Alexiades talks about BACP Coaching's special interest group for coaching supervision.

We’re continuing to call for Northern Ireland’s political leaders to prioritise primary school counselling

A nationwide A-Z of counselling and psychotherapy services that meet our quality standards

An exploration of client views and processes of change. This study presents six case studies looking at the everyday experiences, expectations and experiences of therapy, and the impact of therapy on the lives of carers of people with dementia. PDF download.

Report of research conducted by BACP. PDF download.