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  • What Did You Take Away from Glasgow? Reflections from Members, Mindfulness and what keeps our Senior Clinical Advisor busy

    What Did You Take Away from Glasgow? Reflections from Members, Mindfulness and what keeps our Senior Clinical Advisor busy
    2025/10/23

    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

    New episodes every month – subscribe now so you don't miss out.
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    44 分
  • Inside the EABCT Conference: What to Expect in Glasgow

    Inside the EABCT Conference: What to Expect in Glasgow
    2025/08/26

    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

    New episodes every month – subscribe now so you don't miss out.
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    54 分
  • Accreditation, WOMGEND SIG and what is (and isn't) within our remit…

    Accreditation, WOMGEND SIG and what is (and isn't) within our remit…
    2025/08/01

    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

    New episodes every month – subscribe now so you don't miss out.
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    45 分
  • Past President Reflections, MHWP Registration and Your Questions Answered

    Past President Reflections, MHWP Registration and Your Questions Answered
    2025/06/25
    Your monthly Members Matters update is packed with news of what's going on at the BABCP, interviews with our key members, and practical guidance from the CBT community from your hosts; Rachel Handley, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald. In This Episode: BABCP News & Updates Helen Macdonald gives you fresh perspectives on ethical and inclusive CBT practice as she shares updates on anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice webinars and gives a sneak peek into the upcoming EABCT conference. Introducing… Past President Saiqa Naz Helen welcomes Saiqa to the podcast as they reflect on her presidency, key achievements, and the work she did to support underrepresented groups in the CBT field. Spotlight on, Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner Registration Erin Graham, the Accreditation and Registration Liaison Manager joins Steph Curnow to shed light on the importance of registration for Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWP) for public protection and professional recognition.Ask Me AnythingSenior Clinical Advisor Helen Macdonald answers a listener question: When might CBT not be the right fit for a client?Podcast Picks, hear what other podcasts are coming up this month from the BABCPLet's Talk About CBT – featuring Tafi and SherrieResearch Matters – with insights from Kerry YoungPractice Matters- Augmented Depression Therapy with Barney Dunn Links and resources: Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-GroupsFind a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.comMore 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 New episodes every month – subscribe now so you don't miss out. Credits: This podcast was produced by Purposeful Podcasts Music is Autmn Coffee by Bosnow from Uppbeat Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/bosnow/autumn-coffee License code: 3F32NRBYH67P5MIF Transcript: Rachel: Hello and welcome to Members Matters, the podcast made exclusively for BABCP members. I'm Rachel Handley, and I'm here with my co-host, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald. In each episode of this podcast, we'll bring you the latest news and information from members. You'll get to meet some of the key figures in the organization in our introducing section, and you'll get the chance to get involved too and ask me anything. Our senior clinical advisor, Helen Macdonald is going to take any question you'd like to ask. You'll also hear a bit more about the new Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner registration in our spotlight on session. But first up, hello to my co-host, Steph and Helen. How are you both? Steph: Hi, I'm good. Thanks. So it's been really busy here at BABCP. How about you, Helen? Helen: Yeah, I'd agree with you. It's been busy. I guess some of the things that I've been up to in my role here is I've been part of a working party where we're reviewing our Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics at the moment, which is a big piece of work and so far we've been working with the Standards And Ethics Committee and we'll be bringing proposed updates and asking for feedback from all our members in the next few months while we try to make sure that what we are doing is really up to date and consistent with our values and ethical principles. So that's one of the pieces of work in other things that I've been up to thinking about our series of anti-racist, anti-oppressive practice webinars that have just started with the wonderful Leila Lawton and Rani Griffiths on Friday, and we've got a whole series coming up for you. And then other things, we responded to the Supreme Court ruling on gender and put out a statement, particularly supporting people who are trans, non-binary or intersex in terms of the impact that the ruling might have on people. Then finally, the other thing is that we are coming up soon to the EABCT conference, the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies Conference that we are hosting in Glasgow in September, and all of our members are by being a member of BABCP they're also members of EABCT, and there's a really exciting program developing with experts from all over, speaking on such a variety of things. There'll be something for everybody. Rachel: So there's two for the price of one there. EABCT, and BABCP membership. And please come to the conference. It's going to be fantastic up in Glasgow. There's a lot going on, Helen, in the, in this space of diversity, but also kind of all these kind of ongoing developments around ethical practice, et cetera. So that. Sounds like again, you haven't been sitting with your feet up. How about you, Steph? How, how are things going in the, the world of the journals? Steph: Yeah, journals are good. They've been very busy at the moment. We've had a bumper month for submissions...
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  • Welcome to Members Matters

    Welcome to Members Matters
    2025/06/05
    Welcome to the first episode of Members Matters, the new BABCP podcast made exclusively for our members. This podcast will bring all the latest news and information from BABCP and we will be introducing our members to key figures in the organisation and you get to have your say in our Ask me Anything section. In this episode: Meet our CEO – Rachel Handley chats with Tommy McIlravey, Chief Executive Officer of BABCP. Tommy shares his personal journey, what brought him to BABCP, his vision for the organisation, and how he plans to support members through better communication, inclusion, and strategic leadership. Spotlight on… Low Intensity SIG – Steph Curnow speaks to Sam Torney, Chair of the Low Intensity Special Interest Group (SIG), about the challenges and opportunities for wellbeing practitioners. Sam shares how the SIG supports members, upcoming CPD opportunities, and how to get involved.Ask Me Anything – Helen Macdonald answers a member's question about finding the right CBT supervisor and what to look for in terms of accreditation, qualifications, and fit. Links and resources: Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): https://babcp.com/Membership/Special-Interest-GroupsFind a CBT supervisor on the CBT Register: https://www.cbtregisteruk.comMore information on our Journals Special Issues can be found hereBCP Hoarding Special Issue 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 New episodes every month – subscribe now so you don't miss out. Transcript: Rachel: Hello and welcome to Members Matters, the podcast made exclusively for BABCP members. I'm Rachel Handley, also to be found hosting the BABCP Practice Matters podcast. And I'm here with my co-host, Steph Curnow and Helen Macdonald. Guys, do you want to say a little bit to introduce yourselves? Steph: Yeah, sure. I'll start. Hi everyone, I am Steph Curnow. I am the BABCP Journals Managing Editor, and also the host of our Let's talk about CBT- Research Matters podcast. Helen: And Helen. Hi, so I'm BABCP's Senior Clinical Advisor, and I host the Let's talk about CBT Podcast. Rachel: So in this podcast, we're going to bring you the latest news and information for members. We're going to be packed full of information like meeting some of the key figures in the organization in our introducing section, and you'll get a chance to get involved too and ask me anything where Helen with her Senior Clinical Advisor hat on is going to take any questions you'd like to ask. You can find out more about that a little later on. You'll also hear from the low intensity special interest group in our spotlight on session. But first up, Steph Helen, how have things been in the world of BABCP? Steph: Yeah, things have been really good from the journal's perspective. We have been super busy lately. We have four special issues on the go at the moment across CBT for addictions, a neurodiversity special issue, one for the low intensity workforce, which we'll hear a bit more about later, and also one on hoarding, which is very exciting. Helen: I'm looking forward to those coming out. When are we going to see them? Steph: So the closing date for the first one has just happened, so that should hopefully be published later this year or early next year.That's going to be the first one on CBT and addictions. So, yeah, really exciting. Rachel: Helen, what's been going on in your world? Helen: There's quite a few things as usual going on. We're about to publish an issue of CBT today where there's another ethics article coming out, so you can look forward to seeing another question from one of our members about number of sessions when you're working in CBT. I've been doing some work with the children and young people's special interest group on updating the Good Practice guide on working with children, young people and families, and we are just about to complete work on a good service and good practice guide as well. So there's a lot going on in terms of building up guidance and information for members. And apart from that, doing a lot of answering questions from members, which is another reason for having the Ask Me Anything section here. Rachel: You're never lacking in work, are you, Helen? Helen: I don't get bored. Rachel: Fantastic. So shall we get into the podcast? First up is our introducing section where we'll be bringing you an in-depth conversation with some of the key people here at BABCP. This episode I'm going to introduce to you our CEO Tommy McIlravey, here's our chat. Across the Members Matters podcast episodes. We're hoping to introduce you to some of the key figures in the BABCP. I know that we have fellow members who've been part of the BABCP for so long they know the organization, like they know their own family, and for many, it really does feel like a family and will lead aside any stereotypical therapist jokes ...
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    48 分