Doom and gloom News Published 7 Dec 2022 In her blog, Editor Jeanine Connor explores important themes from the December issue of our BACP Children, Young People and Families journal. BACP journals blogs
Honest and curious Journals Published 30 Nov 2023 Kate Saunders shares the ways that being honest and curious about sex can open up conversations in the counselling room. BACP Children, Young People and Families, December 2023
Two out of five social media users say it's affected their mental health News Published 19 Jun 2019 Our survey examined the public perception about social media use and its effects on children and young people
Government must act after increase in children with mental health disorders revealed News Published 22 Nov 2018 One in eight children had at least one mental health disorder, figures show
School counselling can play a crucial role in young people's lives News Published 20 Sep 2019 The issues of suicide prevention and young people's mental health were debated on the BBC's Question Time
Four in five parents would encourage their children to seek therapy if needed News Published 3 Feb 2020 We have to ensure better access to counselling for vulnerable children, says our Chair Natalie Bailey
News Journals Published 1 Mar 2022 A round-up of the latest findings and policy updates affecting CYPF. BACP Children, Young People and Families, March 2022
Three in four therapists see rise in children with more complex issues News Published 3 Feb 2025 Our poll reveals more children are presenting with ‘more complex issues’
Schools guidance on gender questioning children Navigating gender identity in schools: A counsellor's perspective on affirmation vs. caution. BACP member blog
Working with adoption law within the counselling professions in England and Wales GPiA 003 Good practice Published 31 Jan 2018 Good Practice in Action legal resource covering working with children and young people. Last reviewed January 2025. PDF download