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A round-up of the latest findings and policy updates affecting CYPF. ±«ÓãÊÓƵChildren, Young People and Families, March 2023

We’ve joined with other counselling and mental health organisations to issue a joint statement in support of NHS staff for World Mental Health Day

Our campaign led to council support for counselling funding in 10 local secondary schools

New evaluation highlights need for improved access to therapy and ongoing support for jurors

An overview of the availability and client profile of step 3 therapies. This report looks at the level of choice within the IAPT programme and the demographic profile, diagnosis and number of sessions attended of clients accessing the different psychological therapies. PDF download.

Research report summarising the findings of a survey of ±«ÓãÊÓƵmembers' awareness and understanding of FGM, examples of best therapeutic practice when working with survivors of FGM and training needs. PDF download

This should end the postcode lottery for some people trying to access life-changing counselling

Ailsa Smith Thompson explores Holding Hope: Therapy with Looked-After Children. ±«ÓãÊÓƵmember blogs.

The report says earlier intervention has a greater impact on children’s lives

Our Children, Young People and Families lead Jo Holmes reflects on the impact of our school counselling campaign