Your hosts Rachel Handley, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald are back with your monthly member updates from across BABCP.

Helen introduces you to Erin Graham, BABCP's Accreditation and Registration Liaison Manager. You'll hear how Erin and her team work to support members through the accreditation and registration process, the challenges of growing demand, and her personal commitment to advocating for wellbeing practitioners.

In 'Spotlight On', Steph chats with James Gregory and Helena Drury from the Hoarding Special Interest Group, exploring their work to raise awareness of hoarding disorder, build CBT therapists' confidence in working with this client group, and develop accessible treatment pathways across the UK.

In 'Ask Me Anything', Helen responds to a member's concern about being scheduled back-to-back clients with no time to write notes or address risk queries. She talks through the clinical, ethical, and wellbeing considerations that make protected time between sessions not just important, but essential.

This podcast is made for you, the BABCP Members, so why not get in touch and send your questions to our Senior Clinical Advisor for 'Ask Me Anything' or tell us what's important to you for your CBT practice. Email us: podcasts@babcp.com

Links and resources:

• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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Your hosts, Rachel Handley, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald, are back with your monthly member updates from across BABCP.

Rachel introduces you to Angela Dingwall, the BABCP's Course Accreditation Manager. You'll hear how the values of the BABCP are being woven into courses and CBT training in different institutions across the country. Angela shares how her team ensures trainees are getting the best in CBT training and what the future of competency measures in CBT looks like.

In 'Spotlight On', Steph chats with Cat Mercer from the Neurodiversity Special Interest Group, highlighting their work, upcoming events, and promoting NDeavour- a peer support space for neurodivergent therapists.

This time on 'Ask Me Anything', Senior Clinical Advisor Helen answers a member's voice note about dealing with a therapy space that feels too small. She talks through practical guidance and best practices, helping you think about how to choose a space that works for both you and your clients, and enables high-quality CBT.

This Podcast is made for you, the BABCP Members, so why not get in touch and send your questions to our Senior Clinical Advisor, for 'Ask Me Anything' or tell us what's important to you for your CBT practice. Email us: podcasts@babcp.com

Links and resources:

• More information about Reviewing our Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics can be found here
• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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Members Matters brings you updates from across BABCP with your hosts, Steph Curnow, Helen Macdonald and Rachel Handley. This month, there are plenty of opportunities for members to get involved as the organisation continues to grow and develop.

You'll hear what's new across BABCP, from team growth and new hires, to updated good practice guides. Plans are afoot for the 2026 Annual Conference, and Helen even reveals how she made it into January's edition of Hello! magazine.

Rachel speaks to Michelle Livesey, Head of Membership Services, one of the key people working behind the scenes for BABCP members. Michelle talks about how the membership offer is evolving with more support and where you can play a more active role.

Steph explores exciting developments within the Perinatal Special Interest Group with Beth ​Chapman including how the group is developing education and support for therapists working with fertility treatment, pregnancy, and the first two years of parenthood.

In "Ask Me Anything", Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald talks through the updates to the BABCP Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics, that are a fundamental part of your membership that informs everyday practice. Helen explains what the review process involves and why member voices are essential in informing future standards.

Find out how you can stay connected with the evolving landscape of CBT and catch valuable member tips for beating the January blues.

Members Matters always wants to hear from you! Send your questions to our Senior Clinical Advisor, Helen, and tell us what you do outside of being a therapist, we'd love to get to know our members better. Email us: podcasts@babcp.com

Links and resources:

• More information about Reviewing our Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics can be found here
• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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In this episode of Members Matters, hosts Rachel Handley, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald bring you updates from across BABCP and introduce two in depth conversations from the heart of the organisation.

Helen is joined by Patricia Canedo, Head of External Affairs, who explains her role in shaping BABCP's public voice. They explore how policy, media and advocacy work can influence access to CBT, support members across the five nations, and raise public understanding of evidence-based therapy. Patricia also shares how members can get involved and help shape future priorities.

Steph then speaks with Richard Thwaites, Editor in Chief of The Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, about the journal's ethos, audiences, and commitment to supporting first time and practitioner authors. Richard reflects on special issues, misconceptions papers, and the importance of clinically useful research.

The episode closes with Helen answering a member question on how to decide whether work falls outside your scope of practice, offering clear and practical guidance grounded in professional standards.

Plus, we want to hear from you! Let's us know your tips and tricks to help beat the January blues… Email us with your thoughts podcasts@babcp.com

Links and resources:

• More information about Reviewing our Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics can be found here
• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG)
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our Podcasts Hub

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In this episode of Members Matters, we explore how CBT practitioners are responding to the realities of the climate crisis. The Climate Change SIG joins us to discuss their work supporting therapists and clients experiencing climate related distress, and they introduce their new practice guide designed to help clinicians feel more confident in this area.

We also hear from Colin Hughes about the unique context in which IABCP operates across both Northern Ireland and Ireland, and the challenges and opportunities facing CBT therapists there. Plus, our Senior Clinical Advisor answers an important question from the mailbag about what to do if the police request access to therapy notes.

Join your hosts: Rachel Handley, Helen Macdonald and Steph Curnow guide you through this month's insights to the people and practices of the BABCP.

In This Episode:

• BABCP News & Updates
  Rachel, Steph and Helen share what's new in the BABCP as well as the events you can get involved with for the rest of the year.
  

• Introducing…
  CBT on the Island of Ireland, Colin Hughes from IABCP talks to Rachel about the recent changes in law that affecting practitioners and why Ireland's healthcare system and history has created a resilient and adaptable workforce.
  
  
• Spotlight on, Creating the EABCT Annual Conference
  Steph Curnow introduces you to Steve Killick and Catherine Parker from the Climate Change Special Interest Group, you'll hear about their recently released guide on why climate change matters in your practice and how you could see it impacting clients in the near future.
  
  
• Ask Me Anything
  What if you're in a scenario where the police ask for your notes? Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald tackles this particular question: how you can respond when asked for your notes, what's in the client's best interest, and how you should be taking notes in the first place.
  
  
• Podcast Picks, The BABCP have plenty more podcasts you can listen to this month:
  
  
• • Let's Talk About CBT – Sally Tribe talks about how menopause influences wellbeing and how CBT can help during this stage of life.
  •  Research Matters -   Steph Curnow chats with clinical psychologist Katherine Newman-Taylor about her recently published paper Ten Misconceptions about CBT for psychosis
  • Practice Matters – Prof Zindel Segal looks at the mindfulness practices creating change and the origins of MBCT
    

Links and resources:

• Read the Climate Change SIG's guide: Changing the Climate Conversation: A CBT approach to addressing the crisis here
• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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What did you take away from this year's Annual Conference? This month, Members Matters brings you reflections from conference delegates, insights from Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald, and a spotlight on the Mindfulness SIG with Anna-Maria Newell.

Your monthly Members Matters update is your place for BABCP news, meeting key members, and getting practical guidance from the CBT community with your hosts: Rachel Handley, Steph Curnow, and Helen Macdonald.

In This Episode:

• BABCP News & Updates
  Rachel and Steph reflect in this episode about what happened in Glasgow at the recent EABCT Conference, and you can hear from some of your fellow members as Steph found out what attendees were learning and enjoying most over the week.

• Introducing…
  A familiar voice, Helen Macdonald, get to know your Senior Clinical Advisor a little better, as Rachel finds out what keeps Helen busy in the role and what goals she's working toward for the BABCP and you, the members.
  
  
• Spotlight on, Mindfulness
  This month, Steph speaks to Anna-Maria Newell, who introduces the Mindfulness Special Interest Group (SIG). She shares the group's vision for creating space where members can embody mindfulness and bring it into their CBT practice. Hear about how you can take part in their regular 'Breathe and Eat' meetings, a lunchtime pause to reflect, recharge, and network with intent.
  
  

Links and resources:

• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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Want to make the most of this year's EABCT Conference? This episode of Members Matters, brings you a preview of what's in store and how the event comes together. Meet your BABCP President, Stirling Moorey, and find out what's happening in Glasgow from 3–6 September as the Annual Conference draws near.

Join your hosts: Rachel Handley, Helen Macdonald and Steph Curnow for your monthly update on what's new at the BABCP.

In This Episode:

BABCP News & Updates

Rachel, Steph and Helen share their insights on the upcoming EABCT Conference, some of the sessions you can look forward to, plus tips on navigating the event and making valuable connections with fellow members.

Introducing…

Your new BABCP President, Stirling Moorey, joins Rachel to talk about his vision for the association, the challenges and opportunities in leading the organisation and how he sees the profession evolving.

Spotlight on, Creating the EABCT Annual Conference

Steph Curnow welcomes Jo Daniels and Simon Blackwell from the National Conference Program Advisory Group (formerly the BABCP Scientific Committee) to share what goes into creating a conference of this scale, including the presentations, workshops, networking opportunities, and themes that delegates can look forward to, both in Glasgow and online.

Ask Me Anything

Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald takes on more of your questions as she looks at why safeguarding is important for BABCP members, and how new training initiatives aim to strengthen standards across the profession.

Podcast Picks, The BABCP have plenty more podcasts you can listen to this month:

· Let's Talk About CBT- How can low-intensity CBT interventions have a big impact?

·  Research Matters - Katherine Wakelin covers moral injury and PTSD

· Practice Matters- A look at perinatal depression and anxiety, with Prof Heather O'Mahen and Dr Sarah Healy

Links and resources:

• Find out more about the conference: https://eabct2025.org/
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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What's changing at the BABCP, and what does it mean for you? Your monthly instalment of Members Matters brings updates on digital developments, fresh guidance on registration and accreditation, and a spotlight on our WOMGEND SIG with your hosts: Rachel Handley, Helen Macdonald and Steph Curnow.

In This Episode:

• BABCP News & Updates
  Rachel and Helen bring you the latest on the launch of the new BABCP website and member database and introduce the new registration route for Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWPs).
  
  
• Introducing…
  Chief Accreditation Officer and Registrar Rebecca Light joins Rachel to talk about the key differences between registration and accreditation, the evolving role of accreditation, and what she does for her mental health while balancing all of her roles.
  
  
• Spotlight on, Gender Equality and Men's Mental Health
  Steph Curnow welcomes Amy Beddows and Mat Wilding to introduce the Women's Equality and Gender Diversity Special Interest Group (WOMGEND). They explain the group's work, dealing with gender-based violence, and why they're encouraging men to show up for gender equality matters in CBT.
  
  
• Ask Me Anything
  Another of your questions from the mailbag, Senior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald, explains what kinds of member queries fall outside BABCP's remit and where to find the support you need.

• Podcast Picks, there's lots more to hear from the BABCP. Here are the podcasts you can listen to this month:
  
  
• • Let's Talk About CBT – Accessing CBT in 'low data' areas of the world
    
    
  • Practice Matters – Getting to the heart of CBT with Dr Judith Beck.
    
    

Links and resources:

• Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-Groups
• Find a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.com
• More information on our Journals Special Issues can be found here
• Check out our other podcasts Let's Talk About CBT, Practice Matters, and Research Matters in our podcasts hub: https://babcp.com/Podcasts

Contact us: podcasts@babcp.com

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