Overview
Information about counsellingHow counselling changes lives
Talking therapies can help with many difficult life problems - from coping with traumatic experiences and events, to dealing with depression and anxiety or managing harmful emotions and behaviours. Find out more about counselling and psychotherapy and how it could help you.
How to find a therapist
Using the BACP Register and our online therapist directory can help you make sure that the therapist you see is qualified and works to professional standards.
Search our therapist directory
Our online therapist directory is a paid for directory where BACP members can advertise to potential clients. Only registered or accredited members or accredited services can advertise on the directory. Most of those listed are private therapists who charge for their services.
Types of therapy
There are many different types of therapy, such as CBT, family therapy or person centred therapy. We explain some of the different approaches.
Get help for someone else
If you are worried about a relative or friend who is going through a difficult time, we suggest ways you can support them and find professional help.