National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists Now Released

National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists Now Released

13 Oct 2025

Counsellors and psychotherapists play a vital role in helping Australians manage mental health and wellbeing. The new standards outline expectations in six key areas:

  • Education and training

  • Professional practice

  • Ethics

  • Competency

  • Diversity and inclusion

  • Quality assurance

The standards were developed with input from counsellors, psychotherapists, education providers, service organisations, and people with lived experience. A summary report explaining the development process is available for review.

Further consultation on how to implement the standards will begin in late 2025, with updates provided on the consultation hub.

Source:
Australian Government – Department of Health and Aged Care

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