Counselling and Psychotherapy
Description:
There are several different professional bodies that counsellors and psychotherapists can become members of.
If you are considering counselling or psychotherapy it is a good idea to check the relevant websites or contact the organisations concerned which include:
- United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy
- The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
- The British Psychotherapy Foundation
- The British Psychological Society
It's worth finding out:
- how the professional organisations operate
- what qualifications, training and experience they demand of their members
- whether they have a code of practice and ethics
- whether there is a disciplinary and complaints procedure
- whether they require members to have insurance cover to protect you if things go wrong
For more information, please follow the links to visit the websites.
Additional Information
- Notes:
- Page last reviewed:
- 24/08/2023