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
When faith turns harmful News Published 11 May 2026 Mattia Cabras explores the hidden harm of high-control religions and religious trauma. BACP member blogs.
Dementia: caring for the couple Journals Published 25 Apr 2023 Open article: Andrew Balfour describes an intervention that recognises the importance of relationships and of working not only with people with dementia but also their partners. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, April 2023
Workforce In the context of a challenging employment market, driving growth in paid opportunities and bringing employers closer to our professions is a key priority for BACP.
Relational ethics in practice Lynne Gabriel considers the assessment of risk in practice. Video resource.
My practice Journals Published 9 Jun 2023 Therapists must be wary of pressing their point of view about what’s going on in someone’s life in ways that could be experienced… as overbearing…' Regular column by Sarah Van Gogh. Private Practice, June 2023
Strong support for school counselling during debate in Parliament News Published 10 Nov 2021 We’re pleased to have influenced the House of Commons debate by briefing MPs
Amplifying our voice in Scotland and Wales News Published 22 May 2026 Thanks to your support we reached more than 60% of newly elected politicians
BACP welcomes nuanced approach to help long term sick return to work News Published 24 Jul 2024 Our response to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Liz Kendall MP, as she promises back to work support
Therapists’ tips for young people struggling with stress and burnout at work News Published 16 Apr 2025 Our members’ share advice for half of under 25’s who say work stress affects their mental health and sleep