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News from BACP
Your questions on therapy on the NHS and the Government’s plans on mental health
We’ve responded to queries about therapy on the NHS
BACP member awards
Our upcoming awards celebrates the success and achievements of our members.
Invitation to join our Supervision Expert Review Panel
An opportunity to get involved with BACP's supervision standards review.
AI has a role to play in improving mental health, but people must remain at its core
Our response to recommendations from the National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare
Persistent pressures on young people continue to bite
High anxiety reported by one in four respondents to Youth Voice Census
Why therapy is hard and how your therapist supports you through that
Therapy can be challenging, but with the right support it’s life-changing.
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From our journals
The big issue: Seafaring
Open article: Greta Solomon explores the Black community’s complex relationship with open water. Therapy Today, October 2026.
A person who makes mental health maps: Student counselling on the other side of the world
Open article: Kyra Challen moved from Sussex to Wellington, New Zealand, where she currently works as a student counsellor at Massey University. BACP University and College Counselling September 2026.
VAT and the therapy room
Open article: How does VAT affect small psychotherapy practices? Paolo Imbalzano and Trish Kill share their perspectives. Private Practice, September 2026.
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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.