🍂 From 14-21 October, we’re bringing together clinicians, professors and researchers from the UK, Ireland and Australia for a series of expert-led online workshops. Here's your chance to invest in your professional development from anywhere in the world. Find out more: https://ow.ly/eyRA50ZKLLo

We responded to the consultation on priorities for the Early Years, Children, Young People and Education Committee and called for the strengthening and expansion of evidence-based mental health support provision for children and young people in Wales. Read here: https://ow.ly/jONv50ZLlI6

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. The theme 'Changing the narrative' reminds us every life lost to suicide is a tragedy. Every conversation with someone struggling matters. Listen to Ian opening up about having suicidal thoughts, resilience, wellbeing. https://ow.ly/KBg150ZLZPA

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 We've responded to the Health & Social Care Committee’s priorities consultation stating that investing in CBT in Wales and a workforce adequately trained to deliver it, can reduce waiting lists and ensure people can access effective psychological therapies. Read on: https://ow.ly/513h50ZKKGs

📰 Did you know that early menopause affects 1 in 100 women under 40? Read how early menopause psychologically impacts those affected and how CBT can help. Read the full article: https://ow.ly/oJS250ZHAcw #EarlyMenopause #Menopause #CBT #WomensHealth

We're hiring a Governance Manager to lead for governance and assurance across BABCP, support robust governance arrangements, effective risk management and compliance with regulatory requirements. 🔗 Apply now: https://babcp.com/about/vacancies-at-babcp/governance-manager/ Deadline: 23 August 2026

🎟️ Secure your #EABCT2026 place before the price increase after 15 August 2026 Can’t make it to Brussels? You can still take part through our online programme. Already registered? Feel free to reach out to Saiqa Naz BABCP's representative at EABCT. Register: https://ow.ly/GShN50Zy3ML

📝 BABCP Response to CORU Statement of Strategy 2027–2030 Consultation CORU will regulate counsellors and psychotherapists in Ireland under the new framework. We called for greater public awareness of the benefits of regulation and a clearer roadmap for implementation. https://ow.ly/vQmo50ZvMMo

📋4 days left — Workplace Wellbeing Survey Hear from our Workplace Wellbeing SIG on why taking part matters. This is your opportunity to help us better understand the realities of working in CBT today and shape our CPD events and advocacy. The survey closes on 31 July: https://ow.ly/suR350Zt4QI

What happens after therapy ends? In Psychology Today, Michael Mo explores why people with lived experience can help clients make sense of therapy in ways professionals alone sometimes can't, and why peer mentors can be an essential part of high-quality psychological care. https://ow.ly/Qbsq50ZoPfL

That's a wrap on Day 1 of our BABCP2026 Annual Conference ! If you're joining us today or Thursday, enjoy the event! And if you can't be there in person, you can still take part by joining us online by registering with the link below. Join us online: https://babcp.com/conference/registration/

As debate continues around ADHD and autism diagnosis, BABCP's Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald argues that the more urgent issue is ensuring people can access timely assessment, support and treatment. How can the NHS get ahead of rising demand? Read more: https://ow.ly/mzS650ZmP2V

Getting ahead of demand

The public debate about ADHD and autism has become increasingly polarised. Commentators argue over whether these conditions are being ‘overdiagnosed', whether private...

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📝 BABCP response to Reading Well for Mental Health We responded to the Reading Well for Mental Health Consultation; set up by The Reading Agency to support the development of a new Reading Well for mental health collection launching in May 2027. Our consultation response: https://ow.ly/oqOn50Zm05B

📢 One month until our BABCP Standards consultation closes! In the proposed changes, our core principles for conduct and practice will be covered in 7 key standards instead of 15. Read the summary of the key changes: https://ow.ly/2X5350ZjcwU Deadline to provide your feedback is 30 July 2026!

"As therapists, we spend so much of our time helping others develop self-respect, self-worth and self-compassion. But do we always look after ourselves in the same way?" Workplace wellbeing matters and we are inviting you to complete our Workplace Wellbeing Survey: https://ow.ly/HWyp50Zk3OR

Reminder to BABCP members: Check your inbox 📧 We recently sent our Member Insights Survey by email and we'd really value your feedback. If you haven't completed it yet, please take a moment to check your inbox for the survey link. Your insights help us better understand our members' needs.

Did you know that up to 70% of people with PTSD & Complex-PTSD in the UK do not receive any professional help at all?   On #PTSDAwarenessDay, we are sparking conversations on how CBT supports PTSD recovery. Together, we can create a world where the effects of trauma are met with empathy and healing.

📢 We welcome the Government's decision to move forward with the Conversion Practices Bill, which bans conversion therapy. BABCP is a signatory of the MoU on conversion therapy, protecting public through a commitment to ending ‘conversion therapy’ in the UK. The MoU: https://ow.ly/xarg50Zhf1M

Nominations to our Trustee elections are now open, and we’re inviting BABCP members to put themselves forward. We’re seeking two Elected Member Trustees, and one Honorary Secretary. Members should check their emails received on 22 June. 📅Nominations close: 5pm, Friday 31 July 2026

📢 We are pleased to announce BABCP’s updated Complaints, Declarations and Disciplinary Procedure. Our aim is to ensure all concerns are managed in a fair, timely, and robust manner, supporting confidence in BABCP’s standards and governance. The development and key changes: https://ow.ly/z6xn50ZaysR

🚨 In the i-Paper: BABCP comments on the social media ban for under-16s announced by the UK government. The ban will be introduced in early 2027. The complete list of platform and restricted functionalities have yet to be released.

We are pleased to announce Lord Layard as BABCP Patron. His role will support our mission to protect the public, uphold professional standards and promote access to evidence-based psychological therapies. Read more: https://babcp.com/lord-richard-layard-announced-as-babcp-patron/

On #VolunteersWeek, we are spotlighting Tanya Sammut, who volunteered at the Severn Valley Rescue Centre. Thank you to every volunteer for their time and skills. Let’s take this week to recognise and be inspired by their contribution. Find out more: volunteersweek.org

We’re looking for a highly organised and detail-focused individual to join BABCP as a Complaints and Compliance Coordinator, supporting the fair, consistent and professional handling of complaints across our organisation. 👉 Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/k8Jb50Z7AoO

On #VolunteersWeek, we are spotlighting Michelle Zelazowski, who volunteers as a School Governor in primary and secondary schools. Thank you to every volunteer for their time and skills. Let’s take this week to recognise and be inspired by their contribution. Find out more: volunteersweek.org

On #VolunteersWeek, we are spotlighting Karis Ng, who volunteers with the Listening Place as a Helping Volunteer. Thank you to every volunteer for their time and skills. Let’s take this week to recognise and be inspired by their contribution. Find out more: volunteersweek.org

🫶 On #VolunteersWeek, we are spotlighting Bridie Moxon. Bridie volunteered at her church in Exeter last Christmas, delivering hampers across Devon to struggling families. Let’s take this week to recognise and be inspired by their contribution from all volunteers. Read more: volunteersweek.org

🫶 This #VolunteersWeek, meet Charley Turner, our incredible colleague who volunteers with Age UK on their Telephone Friendship Service. Thank you to every volunteer for their time and skills. Let’s take this week to recognise and be inspired by their contribution. Find out: volunteersweek.org

🚨The interim NEET report published by the Government yesterday showed a 70% increase in young people who are NEET over the past decade. CBT as the recommended intervention for many mental health conditions should be scaled in early interventions. Read the report: https://ow.ly/c7G450Z5x5X

📰 @HSJnews: Rebecca Light speaks on the rising NHS demand for mental health support. Evidence-based psychological therapies like CBT should be delivered by professionally accredited practitioners. Expanding access and maintaining standards go hand in hand. Read: https://ow.ly/tcmb50Z52hN

The NHS must stop using untrained therapists

Growing demand and ballooning waiting lists are encouraging the NHS to use unaccredited therapists to treat those in mental distress. This undermines patient safety and trust

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