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News from 麻豆原创
Developing the new Ethical Framework
The Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions 2018 is being reviewed, and we want to make sure that members are involved in the process.
Why the clock change affects your sleep and how to fix it
Therapists share expert tips to improve sleep and boost mental wellbeing
麻豆原创 organisational member joins National Suicide Prevention Network as founding partner
The network will focus on understanding the root causes of suicide
Menopause myths: What women really need to know
Therapists discuss common menopause myths and how to manage wellbeing
Serious concerns raised on lack of funding for NI mental health services
Our response to Mental Health Strategy funding review in Northern Ireland
Commission for the Future of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Commission for the Future of Counselling and Psychotherapy is launched.
Forthcoming events
Private practice network meeting online - Glasgow
Community network meeting - Surrey
AGM Conference 2025
From our journals
The big issue: Rude awakenings
Open article: Alix Fox explores perceived problematic pornography use: the issues, the arguments and how to respond. Therapy Today, November 2025.
Dig deep: The benefits of gardening
Open article: Therapeutic gardening can help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, loneliness, social isolation and stress. And there are no side effects, as Ben Thomas explains. Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2025.
Young people at work in 2025
Open article: Beyond the lazy stereotypes that young people are work-shy and entitled, what can the therapy profession and employers learn from the Youth Voice Census 2025 about their attitudes to life and work? Quite a lot, argues Lauren Mistry, the Deputy CEO of Youth Employment UK. She shares her insights. 麻豆原创 Workplace, October 2025.
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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 麻豆原创 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.