Business Details
21 Years
experience
Professional Home for Counsellors and Psychotherapists in the UK
We are the professional home for talking therapists, representing and supporting counsellors, psychotherapists, the public, and our profession. Established in 2005, we play a pivotal role in the UK's counselling and psychotherapy landscape, having gained Accredited Register status with the Professional Standards Authority in 2013. Our ethos centres on diversity, creativity, and autonomy, championing the therapeutic relationship as fundamental to successful outcomes. We advocate for mental health equality, promote professional freedom, and ensure public assurance through rigorous membership standards.Recognised by the NHS, private healthcare providers, and educational institutions, we offer accreditation, training, and continuous professional development opportunities. Our community-driven approach empowers members to develop individual practices while adhering to ethical principles. We campaign for counselling and psychotherapy to be integral to preventative mental health strategies, ensuring members access stable, well-paid roles. With over 5,000 members, we maintain equal status with other UK counselling registers, fostering a future where therapy is universally accessible and valued.
Services
Counselling Services
Psychotherapy
Training Courses
Accreditation
CPD Programs
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We were among the first UK organisations to gain Accredited Register status in 2013
- We support over 5,000 members with tailored professional development opportunities
- Recognised by NHS, private healthcare providers, and universities nationwide
- We champion mental health equality and preventative care strategies
- Our member-led approach prioritises professional autonomy and ethical practice
Associations and certifications
- Professional Standards Authority
Services
Counselling Services
We maintain an Accredited Register of qualified counsellors meeting strict professional standards. Our members provide diverse therapeutic approaches while prioritising client relationships. All registrants undergo rigorous assessment, ensuring public access to safe, ethical practitioners through our searchable directory.
Psychotherapy Training
Our Quality Checked and Accredited courses offer comprehensive training pathways for aspiring therapists. Programs include foundational qualifications, advanced specialist modules, and continuing professional development across the UK. Training providers undergo regular assessment to maintain our education standards.
Professional Accreditation
We offer tiered membership levels from Accredited Registrant to Senior Accredited status. Our Accredited Register programme, approved by the Professional Standards Authority, ensures practitioners meet ongoing competency requirements through regular reviews and development tracking.
CPD Programs
Our Continuing Professional Development courses support therapists' ongoing education through online and in-person formats. These programs cover specialist areas like child therapy and relationship counselling while maintaining ethical practice standards for registered members.
Specialist Registers
We maintain specialist registers for Children & Young People's Therapists, Relationship Therapists, and Psychosexual Counsellors. These require additional qualifications beyond core registration, ensuring practitioners meet specific competency frameworks for specialised client groups.
People
Michael Jacobs
Fellow
With fifty years' experience in British counselling, Michael advocates for professional autonomy while upholding ethical principles. His work focuses on developing individual therapeutic styles within established frameworks, contributing significantly to the profession through publications and mentorship.
Questions
What is the NCPS's role in therapy standards?
We maintain an Accredited Register of counsellors meeting strict professional standards, approved by the Professional Standards Authority since 2013.
How can I find a qualified therapist?
Search our online register by location or name to find Accredited Registrants across the UK, verified for qualifications and ethical practice.
What training options do you offer?
We accredit foundation courses, advanced specialist programs, and CPD modules through approved UK training providers listed in our Find a Course tool.
Do you recognise alternative therapies?
Our register focuses exclusively on counselling and psychotherapy. Adjunctive therapies like reiki or hypnotherapy require separate accreditation through other registers.
How are members supported?
We provide accreditation pathways, professional development resources, public liability insurance options, and advocacy for members' professional interests.
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