Therapists get anxiety… and that’s OK Journals Published 6 Dec 2023 Joshua Fletcher argues that openness about one’s own struggles with anxiety isn’t a weakness but a source of strength. Private Practice, December 2023
Supervision Journals Published 30 Nov 2023 Supervision: Just listening 'Once the misconception of ‘just’ [in just listening] has been identified, listening skills are often strengthened'. BACP Children, Young People and Families, December 2023
Just listening Journals Published 30 Nov 2023 Mary Alexander uses poetry to describe the way she applies counselling skills in her role supporting young people in secondary school. BACP Children, Young People and Families, December 2023
Racial trauma Our contributors talk openly about the impact of racism from their personal and professional perspectives. Racism, racial trauma and anti-racism podcasts: Episode 3
Redundancy About therapy What is redundancy and why does it happen? How can it affect your mental health? BACP registered Simon Coombs shares his insights and explains how counselling can help.
Coaching Today, October 2023 Journals Published 25 Oct 2023 Circles of influence. Plus: Perspectives: a coach-therapist’s energy quest, Research: evidence for the effectiveness of coaching and Practice: an integrated model for navigating change
Allyship We talk about the role of white allies in leading on anti-racist action and the importance of doing the work required without adopting roles of saviour. Episode 4
Seasonal affective disorder About therapy What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? What are the signs for SAD? How can counselling help with SAD? Our members Lina Mookerjee and Glenda Roberts explain.
Elderly Counselling News Published 7 Jun 2023 'Elderly people have special gifts and unique needs', says Jennie Cummings-Knight, exploring the challenges faced by older people and highlighting the role of a sensitive counsellor to support them