BACP is the professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK. We exist for one simple reason - counselling changes lives

BACP is the leading professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK with more than 50,000 members. We work to promote the role and relevance of the …

BACP divisions Our seven specialist divisions r epresent and promote specialist areas of interest within the counselling professions. Find out about their work and how to become a member.

BACP accreditation is a well-recognised and valued quality status for practitioners, services and training courses. Find out about our schemes and how to apply.

How to use BACP's online therapist directory to search for a counsellor or psychotherapist by location, services or specialisms

BACP is recognised as the leading accreditation body for training courses in counselling and psychotherapy. We build strong collaborative relationships with our accredited courses …

To become a registered member you must have graduated from a BACP accredited course or passed our Certificate of Proficiency. You’ll also need to agree to our Register terms and …

BACP will be focused on moving from a leading UK association to a positive force on the global stage for counselling professionals and mental wellbeing, over the next five years.

BACP membership Supporting you throughout your career Our membership categories reflect and support the journey you take as a practitioner.

All practising members of BACP must join the Register or be working towards registration. To become a registered member, a therapist must either have passed a BACP-accredited training …