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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