As #EatingDisorderAwarenessWeek comes to a close, we’re sharing this podcast featuring Rebecca Murphy who spoke about her forthcoming paper in The Cognitive Behaviour Therapist on clarifying key misunderstandings around CBT-E. Listen here: https://ow.ly/zsYF50YmrZ4

We’re proud to share our first article during #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek on BABCP’s new Psychology Today page, featuring Rachel Coupe. Read Rachel's CBT-guidance on supporting someone through recovery without unintentionally reinforcing the illness: https://ow.ly/IYSA50Ymoan#EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek

Our #ScottishManifesto calls for national leadership to deliver consistent, evidence-based psychological therapies across Scotland. 📰Read our full Scottish Manifesto here: https://babcp.com/babcp-manifesto-mental-health-scotland#ScottishManifesto #BABCP #MentalHealth #Scotland #CBT

Our Chief Accreditation Officer & Registrar, Rebecca Light, was quoted in Healthcare Management calling for more mental health hubs across the UK in response to Wes Streeting's funding extension announcement last week, after BABCP's letter of response to him. 🗞️Read here: https://ow.ly/9mfN50Ykm2i

Our #ScottishManifesto sets out what Scotland needs to ensure equal access to high-quality, evidence-based CBT across the country. 📰Read the full manifesto and our key calls to action here: https://babcp.com/babcp-manifesto-mental-health-scotland#ScottishManifesto #BABCP #MentalHealth #Scotland #CBT

There's still time to take part in #BABCP2026 at the University of Warwick from 14-16 July. You can submit Open papers, Posters or 3-minute talks, but hurry, the deadline is only one week away, closing on 27 Feb. Find out more about taking part at our Annual Conference👇 https://ow.ly/jNTu50Yi4L0#BABCP2026

📣 Registration is now open for the 2026 BABCP Annual Conference! 📍 University of Warwick 📅 14–16 July 2026 Join us for pre-conference workshops and the main conference, with options to attend in person or online. 🔗 Click to register now: https://babcp.com/conference/registration/ #BABCP2026 #CBT

As we settle back into work after the holidays, returning to a sustainable routine can feel like a real challenge. We’re delighted to see our Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald featured in HELLO Magazine sharing a 5-step plan to ease us into the year ahead. Read on... https://ow.ly/bxjM50XVXJh

🚧 Weekly Website Update 🚧 We’ve been working behind the scenes to improve our website and add new updates. For a full breakdown of what’s new (and what we’re working on), visit: 👉 https://babcp.com/new-website-updates/ More to come soon.

We’re delighted to introduce our Respect Statement, a positive reinforcement of the standards we hold for interactions across all BABCP meetings, events and activities. We’ve shared this with our members and will work to uphold it across all our activities. ➡️ Read it here: https://ow.ly/9wVw50XSYmi

Yesterday, NHS England published the recommendations of the operational and delivery review of NHS adult gender dysphoria clinics in England - https://ow.ly/NeAL50XMbzj You can read our full comment here: https://ow.ly/ZCyF50XMbzk

Today, the Mental Health Act has received Royal Assent. Although it may be some time until it is implemented, the new Act aims to allow greater autonomy for people who may be detained in the future. You can find out more here: https://ow.ly/r2zP50XLxb6 #MentalHealthAct

Following our submission to the Scottish Government on the proposals to merge NES and NHSS to create NHS Delivery, we have written to Tom Arthur MSP to ask for a meeting to discuss the provision of CBT in Scotland. You can read our consultation response here - https://ow.ly/YTCj50XFL2Z

Following the BBC documentary on aversion therapy which aired on Friday 5 December, BABCP has issued a public apology and a statement which you can read on our website - https://babcp.com/press-release-comment-on-bbc-documentary-on-aversion-therapy/

Today, We Speak Up! This White Ribbon Day, we want more men to use their voices and speak up to create a world where everyone is safe, equal and respected. Hear from BABCP President Stirling Moorey about our support for White Ribbon https://ow.ly/8tEK50XxmL9 #WhiteRibbonDay #WeSpeakUp #CBT

On White Ribbon Day, 25th November, people around the world stand up against violence against women and girls. The BABCP is a White Ribbon supporter organisation. This years theme is 'We Speak Up' - see the website for more information. www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wespeakup

On International Men’s Day, BABCP is calling for greater action to ensure men and boys can access the mental health support when they need it most. Read our release here 👉 https://babcp.com/mens-access-to-talking-therapies/ #InternationalMensDay #MentalHealthMatters

BABCP has recently responded to the DHSC 10-year workforce plan highlighting that, for the 10-Year Health Plan to succeed, the Government needs to invest in NHS Talking Therapies and those who deliver them. Read our full response here: https://babcp.com/government-10-year-health-plan/

📢 Call for Papers – BABCP 2026 Annual Conference Submissions are now open! Share your work, connect with peers, and shape the future of the psychological professions. Posters, panels, symposia & more → https://babcp.com/submissions/ #CallForPapers #BABCP2026

At BABCP, we're committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment where people can thrive and reach their fullest potential. That's why we say that personal pronouns matter. #InternationalPronounsDay https://ow.ly/EJ8J50Xcp7J

🧠 Refugees are at higher risk of mental health problems - 14 to 15 times the rate of those born in the UK, however, they access NHS mental health services about 40% less often. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we're calling for better mental health support for asylum seekers https://ow.ly/rlgY50X9fpK#WorldMentalHealthDay

In the news - BABCP's Chief Accreditation Officer & Registrar Rebecca Light recently featured in a Daily Telegraph article, explaining what “red flags” to avoid when choosing a therapist. 📰You can read the article here: https://ow.ly/U69q50X8yn1

We recently wrote to Scotland’s mental wellbeing Minister seeking clarification for the £16million gap in the mental health budget as part of the Autumn Budget Revision. Several orgs including British Psychological Society and The Royal College of Psychiatrists have also sought urgent clarification.

One in six adults in the UK is suffering with eco-anxiety. BABCP has launched a guide to help therapists explore this subject with their clients. You can download our guide here: babcp.com/guidelines-a...

BABCP has responded to the recent @rcpsych.bsky.social report on Psychedelic and related substances (PARS) for medical use highlighting the importance of talking therapies alongside the potential therapeutic use of PARS. Read our response here: babcp.com/royal-colleg...

📢 We’re hiring: Assistant Communications Officer Join our External Affairs team and help deliver engaging content across web, social media, newsletters and more, to support our mission to improve mental health and promote CBT. 🗓️ Deadline: 12 October 2025 👉 Find out more: babcp.com/about/vacanc...

🚨 New e-learning launched today: NHS England's 'Staying Safe from Suicide: Best Practice Guidance' e-learning session. This 75-minute training is designed for mental health practitioners across NHS, private, voluntary and charity care settings. 🔗https://www.minded.org.uk/Component/Details/849008

This time last week, we were welcoming delegates to #EABCT2025 in Glasgow. What a congress this was! Thank you to everyone who joined us there, we look forward to welcoming you to #BABCP2026 in Warwick, from 14-16 July 2026. We'll be sharing more details soon.

🌍 Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay — a reminder that listening and talking openly can save lives. 🎧 In this episode of our Let’s Talk About CBT podcast, Ian shares his story, and we hear from State of Mind Sport about supporting communities affected by suicide. 👉 Listen here: bit.ly/4mcBetH

#TheMostInterestingThinginMentalHealth: #Insomnia is major factor contributing to many mental health problems. @ProfEspie University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk gives top tips for clinicians at the European CBT Conference #EABCT2025 @babcpevents.bsky.social @babcpjournals.bsky.social @babcp.com

My poster at @EABCT @babcp.com conference in Glasgow. Culturally adapted CBT with South Asian cardiac patients.

We’re Hiring: Lived Experience Lead At BABCP, we’re putting lived experience at the heart of everything we do — and we’re looking for someone to help lead the way. 👉Find out more - closing date 22 Sep: babcp.com/about/vacanc...

Feeling the weight of the climate crisis? Join this free online Climate Café for Therapists - a supportive space to explore emotions like grief, anger, or numbness. All feelings are welcome: tinyurl.com/mrv9jr8c 🗓️ Monday 14 July 🕡 6:30 - 8 pm 📍 Online #ClimateCrisis #Therapists #MentalHealth

🚨 Big news! BABCP & BPS have been approved by NHS England to launch an individual registration scheme for Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWPs). 🗓️ Registration opens 30 June 🔗 Learn more: babcp.com/what-is-well...

🎧 New Members Matters podcast out now! 👤 Past President Saiqa Naz reflects on leadership 🧠 MHWP registration explained ❓ When CBT might not be the right fit Plus: latest from Let’s Talk About CBT & Research Matters 🎙️ Listen: sites.libsyn.com/582370 #CBT #BABCP #MentalHealth

🚀 Our new website is live! 🎉 Improved member accounts ✅ Smarter “Find a Therapist” search ✅ Better access for everyone ✅ It’s a big step forward—and we’re still building more behind the scenes. Check it out 👉 babcp.com #WebsiteLaunch #MentalHealthSupport #FindATherapist

🚧 Heads-up: Our website & phone lines will be offline from noon today to Tues 17 June for a major database + site upgrade. 📧 We’ve emailed members the details — and we’re still contactable by email throughout. We appreciate your patience while we improve things behind the scenes. 👷‍♀️💻

We stand with trans people and those supporting LGBTQ+ mental health, following the 'For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers' Supreme Court ruling. Everyone deserves safety, dignity, and evidence-based care. Our full response: 🔗 babcp.com/About/News-P... #TransRights #LGBTQ #MentalHealth #BABCP

This year's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek theme is 'Communities'. We met with State of Mind to talk about their mental fitness in sports programme within community settings. 🎧Check out our podcast where we met with Dr Phil Cooper and Ian Knott - letstalkaboutcbt.libsyn.com/lets-talk-ab...

The Climate Minds Coalition is calling for action across mental health, communities, and the government. Our 5 key aims👇 #MentalHealth #ClimateAction

Just one more week left to submit something to #EABCT2025 - our "late poster" deadline closes Friday 16th May! If you'd like to present in Glasgow in September but haven't yet put something in, now's your chance! eabct2025.org @babcp.com @drjodaniels.bsky.social

🎙️ New Let's Talk about CBT podcast episode out now to celebrate World CBT Day! This episode explore how CBT offers a solid return on investment and has a range of voices reflecting on the impact and value of CBT 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/3EniDem or wherever you get your podcasts

Great to have co-organised with Dr Jess Kingston @drjk.bsky.social this year’s @babcp.com In Person Spring Conference at Kings College London, on New Generation CBT with an excellent Conference day and full day workshops. One day to go…

BCP Special Issue: Call for papers

Really pleased to have co-organised with @drjk.bsky.social this year’s @babcp.com In Person Spring Conference at Kings College London, on New Generation CBT with great Conference day and full day workshops. One week to go…

We all experience ups and downs in mood, but what happens when the highs are so high and the lows are so low that it really interferes with your life? In this episode we talk about CBT for bipolar disorder. letstalkaboutcbt.libsyn.com/bipolar-diso... #WorldBipolarDay

... and we also have a further "late poster" submission deadline of 16th May, so if your work is too new to submit in the next 2 weeks, there's still a chance! Check out the website for more info and to submit: eabct2025.org @drjodaniels.bsky.social @babcp.com @babcpevents.bsky.social / 5 END

Do you prioritise sleep? 💤 This World Sleep Day we wanted to reshare our Practice Matters podcast episode with Prof Colin Espie, talking all about the importance of sleep and how CBT can help those who are struggling... 🎧 Listen here: buff.ly/m3iBDcC or wherever you get your podcasts

tCBT New Special Issue Announcement: Low intensity but high impact: Innovating CBT across contexts and the life span Guest Editors: Amy Blakemore, Paul Farrand, Catherine Gallop & Patrick Raue buff.ly/UOr37nc Please share widely!

You still have time to take part at #EABCT2025 Get your submissions for open papers, posters and 3-minute talks in. Four weeks and counting! Deadline is 31 March. Find out more 👇