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Open article: Therapeutic gardening can help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, loneliness, social isolation and stress. And there are no side effects, as Ben Thomas explains. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2025.

‘People who are stuck on waiting lists or unable to access care need urgent action, not more delays and empty promises’. Regular column from Matthew Smith-Lilley. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, April 2023

'A shift towards the selfish and adversarial could cause problems’ Regular column from Judy Stafford. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2023

Open article: Working in social care is notoriously physically and emotionally demanding, poorly paid and involves long hours. BACP research fellow Jenny O'Donnell shines a light on this often overlooked workforce. BACP Workplace, April 2025.

Rahi Popat explores a transformative journey from adversity to growth, shared by one committed to giving back. He speaks on the impact of counseling, personal evolution, and planting seeds for a brighter future. BACP member blog

We’re disappointed that the NI Executive's new spending priorities don't include mental health services

Good Practice in Action fact sheet. Last reviewed July 2024. PDF download

Good Practice in Action fact sheet. Last reviewed April 2024. PDF download

Open article: Fred Ehresmann takes a solution-focused approach to navigate the tidal wave of suffering and hold hope for those in despair at the state of our planet. Private Practice, June 2023

This resource considers some of the complaints we've received around competence and fitness to practise, and explores their implications for practice