Grant-funding supports improved access to counselling News Published 27 Nov 2024 We’re funding our members to deliver projects to improve access to counselling for people from marginalised and racialised community backgrounds.
Am I wrong to be optimistic about the future of health and care? News Published 26 Nov 2024 Matt Smith-Lilley focuses on the health and care sector, giving his insights into current challenges with an eye on the future: Insights from BACP's Policy team. BACP staff blog
Are we in danger of extinction? Journals Published 18 Mar 2026 Open article: Susie Masterson on whether artificial intelligence can replace human thinking, and, more importantly for our profession, human experience. Private Practice, March 2026.
Respect resources Videos, FAQs and resources to support members in working with this section of the Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions
MP's report on mental health services reflects our calls for funding improvements News Published 3 Dec 2025 “These are common sense calls that would have a positive impact on counselling provision"
Empowering school counsellors: Influencing policy to improve CYP support across a multi academy trust News Published 23 Jun 2025 Jess Foster explores championing CYP counselling standards across her multi academy trust. BACP policy
Increased access to enhanced DBS checks for private therapists News Published 10 Dec 2025 We’ve asked the Government for more clarity on DBS check changes
Membership fees for 2026 to 2027 News Published 26 Mar 2026 Our membership fees are increasing from Wednesday 1 April 2026
Loneliness About therapy What is loneliness? How can loneliness affect your mental health? Our member Siri Lewis explains how counselling can help.