Why it matters

The UK wider psychological wellbeing and mental health workforce is complex.

While frameworks continue to evolve to better standardise the counselling, psychotherapy and wider psychological wellbeing sector, it remains largely self-regulated. As a result, job titles and role requirements vary widely, and professional registration is often the primary signal of competence.

Professional associations, regulatory bodies and the PSA play a vital role in maintaining training and practice standards. However, employability is still shifting — shaped by portfolio careers, mixed settings, and non-linear pathways that aren’t always easy to navigate.

That’s why we’re building a specialist platform designed around how the sector actually works: verified practitioner profiles, clearer career pathways, and smarter role visibility — all in one place.