Value proposition

The lead organisation for CBT in the UK and Ireland

BABCP is the lead organisation for CBT in the UK and Ireland. Our aims are to:

- Promote the development of the theory and practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies in all applicable settings in accordance with the Standards of Conduct Performance and Ethics.

- Provide a forum for discussion of matters relevant to Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions.

- Disseminate information about, set standards for and provide training in Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions.

- Maintain standards for practitioners of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapy by providing the opportunity for members who meet minimum criteria to become Accredited.

- Represent the interests of behavioural and cognitive psychotherapists through liaison with public and professional bodies and other world-wide organisations with similar aims.

- Publish and circulate an academic Journal, Newsletter and other publications aimed at disseminating research and information about the applications of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.

- Facilitate the formation of Geographical and Interest Groups in order to provide a local and special interest service to members.

Professional Development, Membership Services, Accreditation, and Conferences