The cost of not changing counsellor training student survey News Published 26 Jun 2026 A reflection on anti-oppressive practice in counselling training, exploring systemic barriers, student experiences, and the need for meaningful change. BACP member blogs.
Why hasn't a therapist replied to my enquiry? News Published 26 Jun 2026 Sarah Millward explains why when therapists don’t respond and what you can do next. BACP Get help with counselling concerns blog
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.
Inclusive bill to finally ban abusive conversion practices News Published 25 Jun 2026 The Government’s draft bill gives safeguards for legitimate therapy
BACP's commitment to trans, non-binary and gender-questioning people News Published 24 Jun 2026 We’re committed to being a fully inclusive organisation for transgender (trans), non-binary, and gender questioning people (TNBGQ), across our roles as an employer, membership body and charity.
What are the signs of a gambling addiction? News Published 24 Jun 2026 With the football world cup in full swing, therapists explain gambling addiction warning signals and how to get help
Dual identity as coach and therapist, what do members say? News Published 23 Jun 2026 The future identity of dual practising coaches and therapists. BACP staff blogs.
The psychological treatment of armed forces personnel and veterans News Published 18 Jun 2026 Joseph Ryan examines the desirable qualities in a therapist who treats members of the armed forces and veterans, or their families. BACP member blogs.
Blanket social media ban must not let platforms ‘off the hook’ News Published 12 Jun 2026 Our response to the Government’s announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s
‘Work burnout is the last thing people will admit to’ News Published 12 Jun 2026 As work-related burnout rises, therapists discuss the impact on mental health and how to cope