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Nathaniel G. Oke on the barriers, stigma, and healing journeys of Black men in therapy. BACP member blogs.

Open article: For those thinking about starting out in private practice, Rick Hughes reflects on the process he went through to evolve his counselling career. Private Practice, March 2025.

Our members provide tips on dealing with your big day

We’re pleased some of our key policy asks are included, but gaps are likely to remain in services

Good Practice in Action commonly asked questions resource. Last reviewed March 2023. PDF download

Another trick on the wall: Climbing for wellbeing... Bouldering therapy: Developments from Cumbria... Early maladaptive schemas: Links with depression and anxiety... Student placements: When theory meets practice... Student Minds: University Mental Health Charter. University and College Counselling, March 2025.

Jamie Smith discuses how our own views or feelings on suicide can affect the ability to practise safely and competently when managing risk. Video resource.

"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

Open article: Lowri Dowthwaite writes about an innovative project that focuses on increasing wellbeing and happiness among IAPT staff. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2016

Good Practice in Action fact sheet. Last reviewed March 2024. PDF download