National census ‘shines a light’ on mental health funding neglect in schools News Published 11 Sep 2025 Our response to Children’s Commissioner’s landmark census of school leaders in England
Working with disability across the counselling professions GPaCP 007 Good practice Published 30 Nov 2020 Open access resource developed by BACP in partnership with other professionals. Published November 2025. PDF download.
Finding space to breathe: The power of walk-and-talk therapy News Published 2 Mar 2026 Walk‑and‑talk therapy offers a restorative alternative to screen‑based, home‑working routines by combining gentle movement.
New guidance on safe use of mental health apps News Published 13 Feb 2026 New guidance on safe use of digital mental health tools is welcome, but human connection remains vital
Student placements with children and young people Requirements for student counsellors on adult-focused BACP accredited courses undertaking training placements with children and young people.
Counselling and Psychotherapy Research Journal Journals Published 10 Aug 2017 Counselling and Psychotherapy Research (CPR) is an international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to linking research with practice in counselling and psychotherapy. Available online only.
My practice: Ben Porter Journals Published 31 Aug 2023 'Patterns of life and work for humanitarian workers have been likened to addiction'. Therapy Today, September 2023
On the couch with Sarah Pennock Journals Published 21 Jul 2023 Sarah talks about meditation, cycling, being her own boss and daily exposure to news stories. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, July 2023.
Cyberwork: Creating team health in tough times Journals Published 12 Jan 2024 I find it helpful to borrow from my approach in counselling, and I ask myself – What do I have control and influence over to ensure that my team feel valued and supported? BACP Workplace, January 2024
Cyberwork: Undisclosed neurodiversity Journals Published 30 Oct 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