Counselling Memberships
Psychotherapy & Counselling Memberships with FREE Directory Listings. Being ready for the real world of therapy, access to valuable practical support.
Therapy is about people...not policies!
We're committed to our Society.
The Student Membership is now completely FREE...
We all need a start in life.
Our Full Member Benefits
Our private practice hub empowers counselling members with essential resources: free directory listing, ready-to-use client and accounting forms and expert guidance on websites. All designed to simplify your practice.
Road Map Ahead: Free CDP Courses
Counselling Ethics for Real Counsellors
The ISPC is a non-profit, therapist-led membership organisation that values your practice more than your paperwork; for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK and abroad. Its purpose is to foster high standards and support its members, whilst reducing nonsense and ensuring they/you can practice safely and grow professionally.
Find our full ethics guide below.
Core Principles & Support for Therapists
Empowerment: promoting efficacy, being courageous and congruent. Therapists for therapists: committed to enhancing all relationships. Experience over essays: hands-on experience and a person-centred focus. High ethical standards: All Members must agree to our code of ethics and complaints procedure.
A New Relationship to Share
We have our 2nd Organisation Partner sharing our vision.
We get it!
“You're not just Counsellors... You're Business Managers, Accountants, Brand Strategists, Compliance Officers, Educators and Customer Service Representatives...The list goes on...…"
...and we're here to help you on that journey.
ISPC Memberships
Please have a look through the website before applying to be a Member, ensure you can provide evidence of Qualifications.
CPD Material
Creating your own content and would like to add your own CPD to our list, please get in touch and let us know more about what you do.
Want To Be More Involved With The ISPC?
We are looking for people who would like to contribute to our society, whether you are an ISPC Member or otherwise
Leaders, Writers, Marketing, Influencers
Therapy Directory
Looking for counsellors? Explore our directory for qualified counsellors who follow our code of ethics and standards.
Code of Ethics
A full over view of the ISPC Code of Ethics and Practice can be found here. Ensure you read through this thoroughly.
Making a Complaint
The procedure for making a complaint about a Counsellor, or for that matter a Client please click the link below.
Psychotherapy & Counselling Training
Becoming a counsellor
Counsellors work with clients experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties to help them bring about effective change and/or enhance their wellbeing. Clients could have issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, loss and relationship difficulties that are affecting their ability to manage life. Learn how to get qualified!
OUR PUBLIC DUTY
Our profits go towards helping clients gain therapy & students through meaningful training and qualification
GIVING YOU PEACE OF MIND
Indemnity Insurance
£1,000,000+ Cover
UK Members of the ISPC are able to take advantage of special indemnity insurance rates by applying to Holistic Insurance Services, please contact ISPC for details. Or click the link below to go straight to Holistic Insurance.
WITHIN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
Are you in the Health & Wellness Industry?
Many health & wellbeing professionals work alone and at times this can be quite isolating. Coming together in a group of other practitioners, coaches and therapists gives you the opportunity to talk about your work, listen to other professionals and make new friends who understand your business and what it means to you.
BEING A MEMBER OF THE ISPC ALSO GIVES YOU...
The fastest-growing, award-winning health and wellbeing platform for the UK’s healthcare and wellness industry. HealthHubble will be the UK’s most comprehensive online resource of health and wellness services, that connects users with service providers.
Made by Counsellors, For Counsellors
Our Counselling Membership
Members receive a free ISPC Therapist Directory listing, access to our Private Practice Hub (nearly there), accredited CPD (coming soon), and a genuine community built by therapists—not administrators. We also offer website development hacks if you’re just starting your private practice.
As a non-profit, we’re committed to reducing training costs and championing ethics without bureaucracy—because great therapy begins with empowered, connected practitioners.
Why Great Counselling Doesn’t Need Bureaucracy
For too long, the narrative in the UK counselling world has been narrow: Article authored by the ISPC To be legitimate, you must join one of the main counselling bodies.
The Future of UK Counselling and Psychotherapy
Navigating Technology, Demand, and Integration Article authored by James Durdan The field of counselling and psychotherapy in the UK is in a state of dynamic evolution. Shaped by global events,
Beyond the Bubble Bath
A Therapist’s Guide to Authentic Self-Care Article authored by the ISPC The term “self-care” has become a popular buzzword in recent years, often conjuring images of fluffy bathrobes, scented candles,
Embracing the Journey
Recognising Milestones in a Counselling Career Article authored by Cathy Stones This is a discussion about something often overlooked: the milestones in a counselling career. Becoming a counsellor, and remaining
Hitting the Nail on the Head
An Introduction to understanding psychological therapies through the integration of quantum physics, counselling theories, and the science and philosophy of Yoga Article authored by Turiya Martyn Gough FISPC Around the
Counselling and Addiction Recovery in the UK:
Statistics, Strategies, and the Environment That Heals Introduction Addiction is a word that carries weight—heavy with stigma, pain, but also hope. In the UK, the journey through addiction and into
