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News from BACP
5 April: Ten therapist backed tips to take the stress out of mess
For Stress Awareness month, our members share their insight on how to cope with the stress of mess
Welsh Government consults on new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy
Members and counselling organisations can help shape future of Welsh mental health and wellbeing services
Update on our membership fees
Our membership fees are increasing from Monday 1 April
CYPF Conference highlights 2024
Watch the highlights film of our 2024 CYPF conference, featuring speakers and attendees talking about their day
Positive impact of school counselling and therapy scheme highlighted
We’re continuing to call for Northern Ireland’s political leaders to prioritise primary school counselling
BACP reaccredited by the Professional Standards Authority
The re-accreditation process takes place every year
Forthcoming events
Private Practice network meeting - Eastbourne
Research conference 2024 - Birmingham
Private Practice Conference 2024
From our journals
The big issue: Fighting ageism from the therapy room
Open article: Therapy has a crucial part to play in empowering the ageing population and fighting cultural stereotypes and discrimination, says Helen Kewell. Therapy Today, April 2024
Hidden scars from afar
Open article: In a world where the impact of global conflicts spans continents, Nickan Arzpeyma writes of the need to recognise and address the implicit and explicit repercussions of war. Private Practice, March 2024.
Creative self: A shared journey
Mike Moss writes about the power of imagination in supervision. Thresholds, April 2024
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Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions
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.
Ethics hub
Need help with an ethical dilemma? Find information and support or book a consultation with our ethics officers.
Professional conduct
How we uphold high standards of proficiency and ethical practice within the counselling professions.