UKCP

21/08/2026

Are you a trainer, supervisor, trainee or practitioner committed to advancing inclusion in psychotherapy?

Our online half-day event, 'Forging inclusive cultures in training and supervision', takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026, 10am – 2.30pm and brings together practitioners from across the profession to share emerging thinking, practical learning and lived experiences.

Attendees will explore topics including:
- building inclusive and anti-oppressive cultures within training and supervision settings
- addressing barriers to participation, progression and belonging across the profession
- exploring power, identity and intersectionality within supervisory and educational relationships
- reflecting on lived experiences of training and supervision and the lessons they offer for future practice.

The full programme and speaker line-up will be announced soon.

UKCP members receive a discount, check out our newsletter for more details.

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This online half-day event will bring together trainers, supervisors, trainees and practitioners to explore how more inclusive, equitable and psychologically safe cultures can be fostered across psychotherapy training and supervision. The event aims to share emerging thinking, practical learning and...

19/08/2026

Speaker spotlight: Dr Paul Bradley

Dr Paul Bradley is chief clinical information officer at Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, a consultant psychiatrist and a fellow of the Chartered Institute for IT. In 2025, he was appointed associate registrar for digital at the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

In his session, 'Safe and responsible use: clinical and systems perspective', Paul will provide a clinical and systems perspective on the safe and responsible use of AI, focusing on risk, accountability, governance and professional oversight.

Join us on Friday, 25 September 2026, 9.30am – 1pm, online.

UKCP members receive a discount. Check our member newsletter for details.

Book your place: https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/events/ai-in-therapy-safe-and-ethical-practice/

18/08/2026

We are seeking a UKCP registered psychotherapist or psychotherapeutic counsellor to join our Professional Conduct Committee (PCC).

The PCC oversees UKCP's complaints and conduct process, which investigates clinical concerns and complaints made against practitioners on the UKCP register. As a member, you will review case material, attend meetings and contribute to a vital area of the profession.

This is a voluntary role that offers:
- the opportunity to protect the public and uphold professional standards
- CPD hours
- the chance to contribute to UKCP policy and guidance.

You must be a current UKCP registered psychotherapist or psychotherapeutic counsellor to apply. Previous experience of complaints handling or tribunal work is desirable but not essential.

Closing date: 9am on Monday, 31 August 2026.

Find out more and apply:

We are currently looking for UKCP registered members to join our well-established membership committee on a voluntary basis.

14/08/2026

Speaker spotlight: Dr Elvira Pérez Vallejos

Dr Elvira Pérez Vallejos is a professor of mental health and digital technology at the University of Nottingham, recognised in 2025 as one of the '100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics'. Her research focuses on the ethical use of digital technologies in mental health, promoting a human-centred approach in which AI acts as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for human relationships.

In her session, 'Ethical obligations: AI in practice', Elvira will explore the ethical implications of AI use in therapy, including trust, transparency, informed consent and responding to clients using AI tools.

Join us on Friday, 25 September 2026, 9.30am – 1pm, online.

UKCP members receive a discount. Check our member newsletter for details.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape psychotherapy practice – from note-taking tools to the increasing use of AI-supported mental-health apps by clients. This practical online seminar is designed to help therapists navigate this fast-changing landscape safely, ethically and with confidence.

12/08/2026

Looking for a therapist? It's important to seek support from a Professional Standards Authority-accredited register, such as UKCP.

Every psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor on our directory meets our rigorous standards of training and professional and ethical practice.

Our Find a Therapist search allows you to search by location, specialism and therapeutic approach to find the right fit for you.

Start your search today:

Search for a UKCP psychotherapist and feel confident the therapists you find are fully qualified, committed to good practice, ethical conduct, and continuous learning and development.

11/08/2026

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a significant expansion of NHS mental health services in England, with 100 new community mental health centres and 59 dedicated mental health emergency departments.

UKCP welcomes this commitment to expanding mental health support. As our chief executive Jon Levett said: 'The success of these centres depends on sustained investment in the workforce. The government must ensure that qualified psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors are central to their multidisciplinary teams. UKCP members represent a highly trained workforce ready to contribute.'

Removing the need for a GP referral and offering walk-in support closer to home could remove real barriers to accessing care. People with complex mental health needs must also have access to appropriate longer-term psychotherapy, not just short-term interventions.

We look forward to working with the government and NHS England. We welcome early engagement on workforce planning, professional standards and service design so these centres deliver safe, equitable, person-centred care in every community.

10/08/2026

UKCP members are invited to join fellow psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors in Glasgow on Saturday, 17 October for a day of connection, learning and professional dialogue.

Organised by the UKCP Scotland group, this in-person event at Human Development Scotland includes a keynote presentation from Dr Sandy Wotton on Fairbairn's object relations thinking and its relevance to today's social and cultural challenges.

Tickets are available for UKCP members. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.

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This October, UKCP members from across Scotland can join fellow psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors for a day of connection, learning and professional dialogue in Glasgow.

07/08/2026

How do we build more inclusive, equitable and psychologically safe cultures in psychotherapy training and supervision?

Our online half-day event, Forging inclusive cultures in training and supervision, takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026.

Through a series of discussions and presentations, attendees will consider:
- building inclusive and anti-oppressive cultures within training and supervision settings
- addressing barriers to participation, progression and belonging across the profession
- exploring power, identity and intersectionality within supervisory and educational relationships
- creating learning environments that better support diverse experiences and needs
- sharing examples of innovative approaches and emerging best practice from across the psychotherapy community.

The full programme and speaker line-up will be announced soon.

Registration is open to all. UKCP members recieve a discount, find out more on our event webpage.

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This online half-day event will bring together trainers, supervisors, trainees and practitioners to explore how more inclusive, equitable and psychologically safe cultures can be fostered across psychotherapy training and supervision. The event aims to share emerging thinking, practical learning and...

05/08/2026

UKCP psychotherapist Jason Maldonado-Page features in The Guardian's ‘Ask Annalisa’ column, exploring the emotional complexities of family dynamics and cross-cultural relationships.

Jason reflects on how stepping into a partner's family system, with its own history, losses and loyalties, can feel disorienting. He offers practical guidance on how couples can navigate these dynamics without losing sight of their own relationship.

You can read the full article here:

You are stepping into a family system with its own history and loyalties; try to consider how you might set boundaries without rejecting his mum

03/08/2026

Tickets are now on sale for our online seminar, AI in therapy: safe and ethical practice, taking place on Friday, 25 September 2026.

We have an exciting line-up of speakers. Here's what they'll be covering on the day:
🔹 Dr Elvira Pérez Vallejos, professor of mental health and digital technology at the University of Nottingham, will explore the ethical implications of AI use in therapy, including trust, transparency, informed consent and responding to clients using AI tools.
🔹 Dr Paul Bradley, chief clinical information officer at Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, will provide a clinical and systems perspective on the safe and responsible use of AI, focusing on risk, accountability, governance and professional oversight.
🔹 Wasseem El Sarraj, clinical psychologist and writer working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health, will focus on practical guidance for therapists, including common AI use cases, real-world scenarios and decision-making in practice.

The seminar will be chaired by UKCP psychotherapist Dr Helen Molden.

Registration is open to all. UKCP members can check the latest member newsletter for their discount code.

Book your place:

Artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape psychotherapy practice – from note-taking tools to the increasing use of AI-supported mental-health apps by clients. This practical online seminar is designed to help therapists navigate this fast-changing landscape safely, ethically and with confidence.