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We’re pleased to have influenced the House of Commons debate by briefing MPs

Mattia Cabras explores the hidden harm of high-control religions and religious trauma. BACP member blogs.

Suicide risk when working in the counselling professions. Updated April 2023. PDF download

Our response to the Government's plans to expand community mental health services across England

Research by Tabitha Mathers

A new study suggests goal setting could help more young people stay engaged with school counselling

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.

Open article: How does VAT affect small psychotherapy practices? Paolo Imbalzano and Trish Kill share their perspectives. Private Practice, September 2026.

Antidoting the black pill. Modelling an alternative for teenagers seduced by the manosphere... Plus: Let’s talk about sex... Challenging diet culture... Embracing GSRD – in action... Lost in translation. BACP Children, Young People & Families, September 2026.

A framework and curriculum to support training and practice in online and phone therapy (formerly telephone and e-counselling competences and curricula)