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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 2d

How does human connection play a role in your mental and emotional wellbeing? ✨

Decades of research show that it’s the therapeutic relationship that determines the efficacy of therapy.

#TheHumanConnection #TherapyMatters

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 3d

A warm welcome to our newest Organisational Member, TACaccess

TACaccess (Team Around the Client) makes finding the right therapist simple, safe, and affordable.

You can find out more about what they do here: www.tacaccess.com

#organisationalmember #mentalhealth #ncps

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 4d

Thinking about training as a counsellor?

Choosing the right course is a big decision as it’s an investment in your future and your clients’ wellbeing. There are many different courses which can make the choice a confusing one.

Find out more on our website!

#BecomeACounsellor

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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 5d

Don’t forget!

Our Neurodivergence Edition of Counselling Matters is waiting for you in the Members Portal.

Packed with insights on ADHD, inclusive language, neurodivergent grief, parenting, and more.

Perfect for a cosy autumn evening with your favourite hot drink 🍂

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 6d

This week marks OCD Awareness Week, a time to challenge myths and raise understanding of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

If you struggle with recurring thoughts or repetitive behaviours, counselling can help. Speak to your GP for support.

#OCDAwareness #NCPS

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 6d

🎙️ New episode of Listening In: Pamela Kirkpatrick: Flipping Burgers for Community

Pamela Kirkpatrick & colleague Cara (uHub) share how they built trust in a community still healing from its past.

Listen here: buff.ly/wdwnQyv

#ListeningIn #Counselling #Podcast #NCPS

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 10d

World Mental Health Day 🌎

Today is a reminder that our mental health matters just as much as our physical health, and that none of us should have to face struggles alone.

Let’s keep the conversation open and keep working towards a world where support is there for all.

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 13d

Our neurodivergence edition of members exclusive magazine, Counselling matters, is out now!

Available in your Members Portal.

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 16d

Simple Ways to Care for Your Mental Well-being This Autumn 🍂

You can find a qualified therapist near you, or online, via our directory: www.search.ncps.com

#Autumn #Therapy #Counselling

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 18d

October is Menopause Awareness Month - a time to raise understanding of the menopause and the impact it can have on physical and emotional wellbeing.

#WorldMenopauseMonth #MenopauseAwareness #NCPS #CounsellingSupport

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 20d

When it comes to counselling & psychotherapy, being able to choose your own therapist and preferred therapy style can make a real difference.

Search our Counsellor Directory to find a qualified therapist near you: ncps.com/counselling-...

#FindACounsellor #NCPS #CounsellingDirectory

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 22d

With thanks to our Organisational Member, Papyrus, for this article. ✍️

ncps.com/blog/posts/h...

#Papyrus #MentalHealth #Accesibility #Support

HOPELINE247: Making Suicide Prevention Support More Accessible for…

Every year in the UK, more than 3.3 million people experience thoughts of suicide. That’s why at PAPYRUS, we’re working hard to make sure our support on HOPELINE247 is accessible to everyone,…

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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 23d

Hundreds of thousands of young carers in England and Wales could be unknown to local authorities and missing out on vital support, according to analysis.

Find out more: www.cypnow.co.uk/content/news...

#CYP #YoungCarers #ChildrenAndYoungPeople

Hundreds of thousands of young carers 'unknown to councils' - CYP Now

Hundreds of thousands of young carers in England and Wales could be unknown to local authorities and missing out on vital support, according to analysis.

www.cypnow.co.uk

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 24d

On 10th September, World Suicide Prevention Day, Suicide&Co launched their free app across all devices. Providing valuable support for those bereaved by suicide, the app aims to be a companion for every step of the grief journey.

Find out more: www.suicideandco.org/app

#app

Suicide&Co App

Support our biggest challenge of the year: The 36k Challenge!

www.suicideandco.org

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 24d

What is one act of kindness you’ve received that you’ll never forget? 💙

Acts of kindness are at the heart of the human connection. It is this connection that supports growth and healing.

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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 25d

The new edition of the NCPS Student Counsellor Magazine explores some of the most pressing issues in training and practice - from impostor syndrome and burnout to online therapy.

Read the full issue here: magazine.ncps.com/books/bxtg/

#counselling #psychotherapy #studentcounsellor

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 26d

Counselling Children and Young People needs practitioners to consider a different set of skills and knowledge to that of counselling adults, and should be seen as a specialisation with additional safeguarding and training.

Find a CYP Specialist here: buff.ly/tbi8Tjc

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 27d

🍂 Autumn is here. As days grow shorter, it’s normal to feel shifts in mood - sometimes cozy, sometimes heavy.

Counselling offers a safe, confidential space to be heard and supported.

You can find a qualified therapist via our directory: www.search.ncps.com

#Counselling

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · 29d

With thanks to our Accredited Registrant member, Jurgen Schwarz, for this article. ✍️

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#Dementia #EarlyDementia #Identity #Validation

The Power of Validation: Supporting Identity and Agency in Early…

For someone living in the early stages of dementia, that recognition can feel like a lifeline. When someone with dementia shares a memory, whether it’s about raising children, a career highlight, or…

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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 19

Therapy Type in the Spotlight: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT has become very well known as a treatment of choice within the NHS for symptoms of anxiety and depression. It seeks to change distressing behaviour relatively quickly by challenging unhelpful thoughts

#CBT

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 19

The latest edition of the Student Counsellor magazine is out now! 📖

It is a great resource for anyone on their journey to becoming a counsellor, or a great insight for anyone thinking of joining the profession.

Read here: buff.ly/18YsGYE

#student #counsellor

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 18

With thanks to our member, Ilkay Alici, for this article. ✍️

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#burnout #wellbeing #health

Burnout and the Journey Back to Yourself

There are days when life feels heavier than usual. You wake up with the weight of the world pressing on your shoulders and before the day has even begun, you are tired. Your mind feels crowded, yet your heart is empty. Slowly, this quiet exhaustion settles in and the spark you once carried feels far away.

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thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 18

We support Training Providers in advancing counselling & psychotherapy.

Recognition of your courses is essential as it confirms your professional standing and gives your organisation a voice in the future of our profession.

Find out more: buff.ly/FURrRi2

#NCPS

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 17

Ofcom research shows how young people’s use of social media and the way they form relationships online have changed. It can be hard to know how to provide support when it feels like things are changing.

Find out how to provide support here: buff.ly/pAUZKpS

#Support

Understanding young people's online communities | Resources

A guide to support trusted adults to talk to young people about their online interactions and friendships.

www.youngminds.org.uk

thencps.bsky.social @thencps.bsky.social · Sep 17

We’re here at the Emergency Services Show at the NEC, showcasing the NCPS Therapy Hub and previewing our Supportive Supervision programme - tailored emotional support for frontline and emergency service workers.