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We support joint call to ensure child sexual abuse survivors get guaranteed therapy support

New guidance on safe use of digital mental health tools is welcome, but human connection remains vital

Our membership categories reflect and support the journey you take as a practitioner.

Poster presentation by Pixie Turner, Danielle Simpson and Sue Monro

Read the January 2022 SCoPEd framework.

The new Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions 2026 has been launched and will become mandatory on Tuesday 3 November 2026. This page will help you prepare for the transition by providing information about the review process, as well as feedback which helped shape the new framework and supporting resources.

We’re pleased to see so many specific commitments to counselling

Find out how to become a BACP individual member

Resources to inform your practice, help you undertake research and update you on our research activities.

Find out about the most common causes of conflict, how to resolve them and when it’s time to seek therapy