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Research by Tabitha Mathers

A new study suggests goal setting could help more young people stay engaged with school counselling

The new Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions 2026 has been launched and will become mandatory on Tuesday 3 November 2026. This page will help you prepare for the transition by providing information about the review process, as well as feedback which helped shape the new framework and supporting resources.

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A framework and curriculum to support training and practice in online and phone therapy (formerly telephone and e-counselling competences and curricula)

A competence framework to recognise and support the roles of workplace counsellors and enhance professional standards

An overview of the availability and client profile of step 3 therapies. This report looks at the level of choice within the IAPT programme and the demographic profile, diagnosis and number of sessions attended of clients accessing the different psychological therapies. PDF download.

A narrative review summarising the current literature on psychological therapy for children with LTCs, focusing on multiple LTCs, asthma, diabetes,  myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). PDF download.

An exploration of client views and processes of change. This study presents six case studies looking at the everyday experiences, expectations and experiences of therapy, and the impact of therapy on the lives of carers of people with dementia. PDF download.

Research report summarising the findings of a survey of Â鶹ԭ´´ members' awareness and understanding of FGM, examples of best therapeutic practice when working with survivors of FGM and training needs. PDF download