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For continuing professional development

We organise professional events related to different aspects of counselling and pastoral care. Most of our events are online which are easy to access, and are open to members and non-members.

They include:

counselling CPD events that focus on specific themes
pastoral care courses and workshops
free members forums (members only)
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event 11 February 2026

Working with clients’ disclosure of non-contact sexual offending

Working with clients who sexually offend is helping provide protection for children. This statement may feel contentious, and the aim of this day is to explore the implications of this and help therapists explore the issues that arise when a client discloses non-contact sexual offending, such as viewing child sex abuse material (CSAM) online. The day will provide a place to explore one’s own responses, the challenges of maintaining the Core Conditions when encountering this group and considerations about working safely, safeguarding and reporting.

Neurodivergence in the counselling room

This interactive CPD session equips counsellors to develop competence and expertise in supporting neurodivergent clients. We will take time to explore the nuanced ways neurodiversity shapes the counselling experience, deepening participants’ insight into what neurodivergent clients seek from therapy and building confidence in neuro‑affirming practice. While there is a particular focus on autism and ADHD, we’ll also address a broader spectrum of neurodivergent experiences and examine their intersection with Christian faith and practice. The day includes:

Integrating Christian faith and counselling/psychotherapy

Research shows that for some clients, the integration of their faith in therapy is important to them. Over the years, there has been resistance by some within the counselling profession to any notion of the concept of integrating Christian faith/religion/spirituality with the practice of counselling/psychotherapy. Whilst in recent times, it appears the profession has become more open to this, nevertheless, many practitioners in the counselling world remain uncomfortable and/or unsure as to how to address issues of Christian faith/religion/spirituality in clinical practice. The avoidance and/or discomfort can be due to a lack of knowledge and understanding and this programme therefore aims to provide attendees with a firm foundation and framework as to how to ethically, professionally, and competently integrate Christian faith/religion/spirituality into their personal philosophy and practice of counselling/psychotherapy.