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BACP Private Practice supports members who work in, or are about to embark upon, counselling or psychotherapy in private practice.

A showcase of recent research projects in counselling and psychotherapy. BACP International Research Conference 2025

A showcase of recent research projects in counselling and psychotherapy. BACP Research Conference 2023

Scotland's new transition fund: navigating student mental health support post national counselling commitment. Comments from Steve Mulligan, Allie Scott and Kirsten Amis. University and College Counselling, November 2023

Open article: For those thinking about starting out in private practice, Rick Hughes reflects on the process he went through to evolve his counselling career. Private Practice, March 2025.

Lee discusses the experiences and needs of trans people within therapy and counselling. Video resource.

“These are common sense calls that would have a positive impact on counselling provision"

Join the BACP Postdoc Group – a supportive community for post-master's and postdoctoral researchers in counselling, psychotherapy, and coaching-therapy. Open to members and non-members. Discover collaboration, peer support, and academic development.

How we uphold high standards of proficiency and ethical practice within the counselling professions.