Training: The cost of training Journals Published 3 Mar 2023 "There has always been concern that the cost of training precludes many good candidates from becoming counsellors. Efforts to make the profession more inclusive have long been jeopardised by this." Regular column from Sue Kegerreis. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2023
On virtual turf Journals Published 29 Feb 2024 Bridget McConnell discusses the ways she integrates Gestalt, embodiment and transpersonal perspectives into her creative online work with adolescents. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2024.
Call for sustainable funding for third sector services in Northern Ireland News Published 12 May 2025 NI Executive report echoes our call for better investment to deliver meaningful change to public services
Mental health strategy must offer immediate and bold action on access and choice of therapy News Published 15 May 2026 The Government has announced plans for a new mental health strategy for England
School counselling reduces demand on mental health services News Published 6 Aug 2024 Welsh Government review says counselling in schools reduces pressure on Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Inclusive bill to finally ban abusive conversion practices News Published 25 Jun 2026 The Government’s draft bill gives safeguards for legitimate therapy
BACP welcomes NICE decision to revisit depression in adults guidelines News Published 9 Oct 2018 Our response to NICE update on guidelines on depression in adults.
NHS professionals: impact of stress releated to the COVID-19 pandemic Research Published 10 May 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025 Poster presentation by Pixie Turner, Danielle Simpson and Sue Monro
Government boosts funding for Early Support Hubs News Published 13 Feb 2026 Extra £7 million funding announced for children and young people’s community mental health services
Care of self resources Videos, FAQs and resources to support members in working with this section of the Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions