The Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) is Ireland's leading professional body representing counsellors and psychotherapists.
Established in 1981, the IACP is committed to promoting the highest standards of practice in Ireland, supporting its members, and advocating for the importance of mental health services. With a focus on accreditation, professional development, professional standards and ethical guidelines, the IACP ensures the integrity, quality and growth of the counselling and psychotherapy profession in Ireland.
As a registered Charity IACP represents more than 6,000 members, the largest Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Ireland. (RCN: 20012564)
We are a link between those looking for Counselling/Psychotherapy and those who provide Counselling/Psychotherapy.
In addition, we provide information and set and maintain practice and training standards. We represent Counselling / Psychotherapy at both national and international levels. Much of our work involves developing high standards in the profession of Counselling/Psychotherapy. The IACP has established a comprehensive Code of Ethics and Practice. IACP also partners with other National and International Counselling and Psychotherapy Associations to advance the development of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
The IACP is a vibrant, leading and highly respected professional body, which will continue to promote Counselling and Psychotherapy as an integral part of the Irish healthcare system.
The IACP dedicates itself to promoting and advancing the profession of Counselling and Psychotherapy. We will continue to achieve this through the promotion and provision of high-quality education, training and professional development, by raising awareness of the value and benefits of Counselling and Psychotherapy and by supporting members to work to the highest possible standards, for the service and the protection of individuals seeking therapy.
The underlying values which guide the work of IACP are as follows:
- Act with Integrity and work Professionally and Ethically
- Encourage and embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Value the IACP community
- Set high standards for the organisation/our members
- Operate in a trustworthy, respectful and transparent manner
- Commitment to excellence in our work
- A free comprehensive online directory of all accredited IACP Counsellors/Psychotherapists in Ireland
- Accredited Counsellors/Psychotherapists in every county in Ireland
- A Telephone Information Service providing information on all areas relating to Counselling & Psychotherapy:
01-2303536, 9:30 am – 1 pm, Monday to Friday. - To Find out more about the History and Development of the IACP, please see our publication:
Download - IACP – Celebrating 30 years.