BABCP is the lead organisation for CBT in the UK and Ireland. Our aims are to: - Promote the development of the theory and practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies in all applicable settings in accordance with the Standards of Conduct Performance and Ethics. - Provide a forum for discussion of matters relevant to Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions. - Disseminate information about, set standards for and provide training in Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies among members of all helping professions. - Maintain standards for practitioners of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapy by providing the opportunity for members who meet minimum criteria to become Accredited. - Represent the interests of behavioural and cognitive psychotherapists through liaison with public and professional bodies and other world-wide organisations with similar aims. - Publish and circulate an academic Journal, Newsletter and other publications aimed at disseminating research and information about the applications of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies. - Facilitate the formation of Geographical and Interest Groups in order to provide a local and special interest service to members.