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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 13h

Invitation to all our members who work with EAPs Please come along to our next EAP Network meeting. 🗓️ Date: Saturday 24th October 🕝 Time: 2:30pm 📍 Location: Zoom (email admin@pcunion.org.uk for the link) Not a PCU member yet? It’s easy to join on our website, pcunion.org.uk/join-pcu-live/

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

PCU General Secretary, Liz Martin, was privileged to attend the launch of the Right to Food UK Commission report at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool. Read more: pcunion.org.uk/news/right-t...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Your Union Needs You! Have you ever wanted to develop your skills as an organiser or leader? Or perhaps you have skills that could make a real difference to the union? Join us for our Member Activation Event on Monday 12 October at 7pm. 🗓️ Mon 12 Oct 🕖 7pm 💻 Online pcunion.org.uk/news/your-un...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network Our next meeting will take place: 🗓️ Monday 12th October 🕗 7:45pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or you can email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

School Counsellors & Therapists: join us for this School Counsellor Network meeting! 🗓️ Monday 12th October, 7pm 💻 Online, via Zoom 👉 Find out more: pcunion.org.uk/news/school-... #SchoolCounselling #ChildrensMentalHealth #YoungPeoplesMentalHealth #CounsellingInSchools

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This October, we mark Black History Month under the theme ‘Honouring Our Communities’ Let us continue to honour and celebrate the achievements of Black people in history, while continuing to take action that supports Black communities. #BlackHistoryMonth #HonouringOurCommunities

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today is the Day of Action against Palantir in our NHS. PCU stands in solidarity with patients, NHS workers and campaigners taking action today. pcunion.org.uk/news/day-of-... #NoPalantirInOurNHS #PeopleVsPalantir #NHS #DefendTheNHS #DayOfAction #ProtectPatientData #NHS75 #SaveOurNHS

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

@gftuet.org.uk has released its 2026–27 programme of free courses for members of affiliate unions (which includes PCU members), including online & residential courses. PCU is also offering financial support towards travel & overnight accommodation for members pcunion.org.uk/news/gftu-co...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

PCU Disability Network - Next Meeting: 🗓️ Monday 28th September 🕔 5pm 📍Zoom (email admin@pcunion.org.uk for the link) The PCU Disability Network aims to provide support and awareness to increase accessibility and inclusion in counselling professions.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We’re holding a workshop for members exploring Access to Work and the support that may be available to disabled, neurodivergent & chronically ill practitioners. 🗓️ Tues 24 Nov, 7pm 💻 Online (members can contact admin@pcunion.org.uk for the link) More information: pcunion.org.uk/news/access-...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Consultation opens on conversion practices and GSRD draft good practice principles 👉 Read the draft materials and find out how to respond: www.pcpb.org.uk/consultation... Members can read more about our involvement in the PCPB: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

General Secretary Drop-In 🗓️ Tuesday 20th October, 7pm 📍Zoom An opportunity to hear what has been happening and raise any comments, questions or ideas you have about the PCU and the counselling profession. More info: pcunion.org.uk/news/general... #PCU #JoinaUnion #Psychotherapy #Counselling

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

On Monday, the PCU did something that hasn't been done before; we brought together organisations from across the industry to talk about reasonable adjustments for therapists in training. We did this because it's an issue raised by members. Read more: pcunion.org.uk/news/reasona...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network 🗓️ Monday 14th September 🕗 7:30pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or you can email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

PCU members - we want to hear from you! If you are a UKCP member, what do you think about @ukcp.org.uk attending the Reform UK party conference? 📥 Check your inbox and have your say Not a PCU member yet? Join us: pcunion.org.uk/join/ #JoinAUnion #JoinPCU #WatchThisSpace

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Fancy meeting other therapists for a cuppa and a chat? Our North and Midlands branch are holding a social event in Liverpool. 📍 World Museum Cafe, William Brown St, Liverpool L3 8EN 🗓️ Saturday 12th September 🕚 11am - 1pm 📧 to RSVP or for more info: NorthandMidlandsBranch@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Our Scotland branch are holding a social event in Perth. 📍 The A. K. Bell Library, 2 - 8 York Place, Perth PH2 8EP 🗓️ Sat 29th Aug 🕚 1pm - 2:30pm 📧 to RSVP or for more info, contact ScotlandBranch@pcunion.org.uk All therapists are welcome – whether they’re members of the union or not.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Invitation to all our members who work with EAPs. Please come along to our next EAP Network meeting. 🗓️ Saturday 272nd August 🕝 2:30pm 📍 Zoom Find out more about the EAP Network on our website: pcunion.org.uk/campaign/emp... For the Zoom link, please email admin@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network Our next meeting will take place: 🗓️ Monday 17th August 🕗 7:45pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or you can email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We're having a social meet up in Sheffield Saturday 19th September, 11am The Showroom Cafe, Sheffield (accessibility statement www.showroomworkstation.org.uk/info/accessi...) Open to members and non-members. If you would like to come, please RSVP to northandmidlandsbranch@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

PCU demand that the Prime Minister commit to extra funding for our sector. A day after Andy Burnham's announcement to relocate #mentalhealth services into the community, it was widely reported that 2/3 of NHS Healthcare Trusts are planning CUTS to their mental health services, to plug funding gaps.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Moving services is NOT the same as fixing mental health care. Following the Government’s announcement of its plans to overhaul mental health services in England, PCU General Secretary @lizmartinpcu.bsky.social spoke exclusively to @henryriley1.bsky.social on LBC on Saturday to voice our concerns.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

PCU is proud to announce that we are now affiliated with Liberty. In an environment where those rights are threatened on every front we have decided as a Union to affiliate with Liberty who since the 30s have fought for the protection of those rights and continue to do so.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The EHRC Code is coming into effect, but the fight for trans people’s rights and protections is not over. @transsolidarity.bsky.social has organised a Mass Lobby of Parliament: 🗓️ Wed 9 Sept 🕐 1pm–5pm 📍 Parliament, Westminster www.transsolidarityalliance.com/mass-lobby-2... #TransRights

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

PCU was privileged to attend the recent the Person-Centred Association conference. Liz (PCU Gen Sec) & Mat (PCU NEC member) had a wonderful day representing us at a fabulous conference! We look forward to future collaborations🤝 #tPCA #personcentred #counselling #psychotherapy #joinaunion

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

We stand in solidarity with dual card holding PCU & UNISON members, High Intensity Therapists (HIT), who have taken industrial action in their long-running pay discrimination dispute with Norfolk & Waveney Mind & the contract holder Norfolk & Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. #MindThePayGap #JoinaUnion

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

PCU has a Trainee Network for Psychotherapy and Counselling Students. The trainee Network is informal and member-led. Next Meeting: 🗓️ Thursday 23rd July 🕖 7:00–8:00pm 📍Zoom (Please contact admin@pcunion.org.uk to register your interest and for the Zoom link)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

PCU are delighted to be at the BACP Making Connections event in Glasgow today - come and visit our stand if you are here too! You can join PCU here: pcunion.org.uk/join-pcu-live/ #BACP #MakingConnections #PCU #Psychotherapy #Counselling

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network This group is a space to: → Share experiences → Support one another Next meeting: 🗓️ Mon 13th July 🕗 7:45pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

PCU Response to Children and Young People's Mental Health Services Report. Read our full response here: pcunion.org.uk/news/cyp-men... Join PCU: pcunion.org.uk/join-pcu-live/ #SchoolCounselling #Counselling #Psychotherapy #PCU #MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #CAMHS #CYP #JoinaUnion #JoinPCU

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Our Latest Newsletter is here! If you're a member, it should be in your inbox, if you haven't had chance to read it yet, it’s on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act... #Psychotherapy #Counselling #TradeUnion #PCU #JoinaUnion

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Invitation to all our members who work with EAPs Please come along to our next EAP Network & Campaign meeting. 🗓️ Sat 27th June 🕝 2:30pm 📍 Zoom You can find out more about the EAP Network and Campaign on our website: pcunion.org.uk/campaign/emp... For the Zoom link, email admin@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

PCU are delighted to be at the UKCP conference today - come and visit our stand! You can join PCU here: pcunion.org.uk #JoinAUnion #PCU #UKCP

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

PCU has a Trainee Network for Psychotherapy & Counselling Students. The trainee Network is informal and member-led, with its purpose, focus & direction very much shaped by those who take part. Next Meeting: 🗓️ Tuesday 23rd June 🕖 7:00–8:00pm 📍Zoom (Contact admin@pcunion.org.uk for the Zoom link)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Fancy meeting other therapists for a cuppa & a chat? Our North and Midlands branch are holding a social event in Liverpool. 📍 World Museum Cafe, William Brown St, Liverpool L3 8EN 🗓️ Sat 11th July 🕚 11am - 1pm 📧 to RSVP or for more information, please contact NorthandMidlandsBranch@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

PCU Arts Therapies Meeting: 🗓️ Friday 19th June 🕖 7 - 8pm 📍Online (please email admin@pcunion.org.uk for the link) Open to all PCU members who use art, music, drama, movement, or other HCPC-regulated therapies in their practice. Arts therapies students are welcome too.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network Our next meeting will take place: 🗓️ Monday 15th June 🕗 7:45pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or you can email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Success! PCU’s First Parliamentary Drop-In Session An enormous thank you to all the MPs and parliamentary staff who took the time to join our first Parliamentary Drop-In Session on 3rd June in Westminster. Read more: pcunion.org.uk/news/pcus-fi... #psychotherapy #counselling #mentalhealth

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

PCU will be holding their first Parliamentary Drop-In Session on Wednesday 3 June at Portcullis House, Westminster. We are asking members to support this initiative by contacting their local MP, read more here: pcunion.org.uk/news/parliam... #PCU #Psychotherapy #Counselling #MentalHealth

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Our AGM is this Saturday and all members are encouraged to join us. 🗓️ Saturday 16th May 🕥 10:30am 📍via Zoom The AGM is your chance to have a say in how the union is run. To register for the AGM and to see the latest AGM information, members can visit: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act...

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

PCU has a Trainee Network for members that are Psychotherapy and Counselling Students. 🗓️ Mon 18th May 🕖 7:00–8:00pm 📍Zoom (Please contact admin@pcunion.org.uk to register your interest & for the Zoom link) We look forward to welcoming trainees to the meeting and to building this network together.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

This is Mental Health Awareness Week As counsellors & psychotherapists, we spend so much time supporting others our own wellbeing can be overlooked. We’d like to encourage you to take time this week to do one thing for yourself Find out more about us: pcunion.org.uk #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

💬 "Let's work together… With all of us here, we can make that difference that you want to see.” That’s where a union matters. PCU gives members a voice. 👉 Watch the full conversation and read more about us on our website: pcunion.org.uk/why-join-a-u... #Psychotherapy #Counselling #Therapists #PCU

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network – next meeting is Monday 11th May. This group is a space to share experiences and support one another. Members can find the Zoom link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act... or email admin@pcunion.org.uk

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Fancy meeting up with other therapists? Our North & Midlands branch are holding a social event in Liverpool, members & non members are welcome. 📍 World Museum Cafe, Liverpool L3 8EN (change of venue) 🗓️ Sat 9th May 🕚 11am - 1pm 📧 to RSVP or for more info, contact pcunorthandmid@gmail.com

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

General Secretary Announcement We are pleased to announce that Liz Martin was interviewed for the post of PCU General Secretary and has been successful. This means a postal ballot is not required, but there will be a formal vote taken at the AGM to endorse the appointment.

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Fancy meeting other therapists for a cuppa and a chat? Our North and Midlands branch are holding a social event in Liverpool. 📍 Eat @ Liverpool Central Library 🗓️ Saturday 9th May 2026 🕚 11am - 1pm 📧 to RSVP or for more information, please contact pcunorthandmid@gmail.com

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Today, on International Workers’ Memorial Day, we remember all those who have lost their lives, been injured, or experienced ill health because of work. You can read more about IWMD on the @tuc.org.uk website: www.tuc.org.uk/IWMD #IWMD #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay

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The Psychotherapy and Counselling Union @pcunion.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

PCU NHS/Health Network Our next meeting will take place: 🗓️ Monday 27th April 🕗 8pm 📍Zoom (Members can find the link on our website: pcunion.org.uk/account/?act..., or you can email admin@pcunion.org.uk)

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