Three in four therapists see rise in children with more complex issues News Published 3 Feb 2025 Our poll reveals more children are presenting with ‘more complex issues’
Child mental health ‘over diagnosis’ is tired and misleading narrative News Published 28 Aug 2025 We’ve hit back at a new report and comments by MP Jeremy Hunt
Nova Scotia News Published 18 Feb 2026 A reflection on turning PhD research into real-world impact through an international consensus meeting on goal‑based practice with young people.
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
Help children to thrive not just survive News Published 5 Jan 2021 Lisa Holley asks for counsellors to have the opportunity to be able to help children process and understand their changing lives
Supporting the Youth Voice Census survey News Published 4 Apr 2025 Responses will give us a fuller picture of young people’s views on mental health support
Mental health services not included in Northern Ireland spending priorities News Published 7 Mar 2025 We’re disappointed that the NI Executive's new spending priorities don't include mental health services
NHS Change consultation: Increased opportunities for therapists could change lives News Published 11 Dec 2024 Counsellors and psychotherapists should be at the centre of plans to increase the NHS mental health workforce
What has anti-oppressive anti-racist inclusive and culturally attuned practice got to do with it: The importance of honouring lived experience and student voice News Published 26 Jun 2026 Dr Divine Charura and Dr Penn Smith explore why anti-oppressive, anti-racist practice matters in therapy. BACP member blogs.
A journey from listener to author, coach, and multi-dimensional therapist News Published 15 Jan 2024 Beyond counseling: Aisha Gordon-Hiles' journey from therapy to coaching, writing, and advocacy. BACP member blogs