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

Good Practice in Action commonly asked questions resource on record keeping. Last reviewed June 2025. PDF download

New research shows increase in children's stress

Poster presentation by Csilla Nagy.

The Ethical Framework sets out the expected ethical principles, values and good practice standards for BACP members. All members commit to complying with the Ethical Framework as part of their terms and conditions of membership.

This resource considers some of the complaints we've received around contracting with clients and explores their implications for practice

In the context of a challenging employment market, driving growth in paid opportunities and bringing employers closer to our professions is a key priority for BACP.

Living with ADHD: a practitioner’s perspective. Plus: Update on our coaching network groups // Research digest: blending psychological approaches in coaching // Exploratory writing for reflective practice

The Government must act now and invest in a school and community-based counselling for children and young people

Challenges, barriers, progress & hope: What's changed for black practitioners five years on from George Floyd? Reclaiming your name // Being the child of a therapist // Maternity leave as a private practitioner // Energy work in therapy. Therapy Today, October 2025