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‘The message we are sending to the Government is that it’s vital that this new strategy gets to grips with the growing demand for mental health support across the country...' Regular column from Matthew Smith-Lilley. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, July 2023

A map for the journey. Plus: Out of office: the magic of coaching with nature // Research digest: coach and counsellor burnout // Practice: health and wellbeing coaching

Notices of complaints upheld under the Professional Conduct Procedure.

The Standing Orders of the Association, determined by the Board of Governors.

Emma Loker suggests that hide-and-seek is a powerful resource in the counselling room which illustrates a child’s early attachments and offers opportunities for reparation. BACP Children, Young People and Families, December 2023

Open article: Vanessa Edworthy shares the innovative approach taken at Treloar’s School and College in Hampshire to provide counselling for students with communication difficulties. University and College Counselling, March 2024

'Given the complexity of the information that AI systems like Chat GPT and Bard can access in seconds, can these systems really help people with mental health issues?.' Regular column from Sandi Mann. BACP Workplace, October 2023

A key benefit for many neurodiverse clients of online counselling, is the potential it gives to relate in ways that take less energy and feel more comfortable. BACP Workplace, October 2023

Beyond counseling: Aisha Gordon-Hiles' journey from therapy to coaching, writing, and advocacy. BACP member blogs

Open article: Alba Carod writes about how working with astrology and dream symbols can offer clients a symbolic path to transformation. Thresholds, July 2026.