Our policy asks reflected in the Conservative manifesto News Published 11 Jun 2024 We’re pleased some of our key policy asks are included, but gaps are likely to remain in services
Nine ways to combat loneliness as a new mum News Published 7 May 2025 Our therapists share their insights on perinatal loneliness and tips on how to cope as a new mum.
What are the experiences of counsellors who are Christians in developing resilience through effective self-care? Research Published 7 Aug 2026 Updated 14 Oct 2026 Research by Jane Chapman
Individuals experiences: has the pandemic restrictions increased their levels of anxiety Research Published 10 May 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025 Poster presentation by Farkunda Salam, Angie Knowles and Carmen Thompson.
A quick guide to lone working A three part guide on safe lone working, looking at location considerations, client considerations and acting on a concern. PDF download.
Influencing in a time of change Our BACP president Lynne Gabriel explores the impact of Labour’s historic victory on counselling and psychotherapy. BACP staff blog
BACP Cost of living report A central pillar of our campaign work has been to better understand the negative mental health impact of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis on our members, counselling services, clients and the wider population.
Children’s Mental Health Week: Using our voice to support young people in need News Published 5 Feb 2024 Our call for action on school counselling, in a year where a General Election is expected
What is gaslighting? About therapy Our member Lindsay George explores how gaslighting can affect you and how counselling can help you deal with the impact on your emotions and self-esteem
Happy hour in IAPT: improving workplace wellbeing Journals Published 31 Oct 2016 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