BAPCA Local Groups are a way to meet other individuals who are committed to person centred ideals.  They are run by volunteers according to the diverse needs of their members. 

Most groups welcome anyone regardless of whether or not they are a member of BAPCA or if they are a counsellor.  BAPCA contribute to the start-up costs of local groups and are also keen to support and promote special interest groups.  The most important consideration for any group is an interest and commitment to the person centred approach.

There are currently BAPCA Local Groups from Cumbria to Cornwall with new groups being launched every few months.  Some groups run workshops while others are a means of keeping in touch with like-minded people. Click here to check your nearest group.

If you are thinking that you area needs a local person centred group, the Coordinating Group can help with advice and encouragement.  Contact them via email at cg@bapca.org.uk 

You might wish to read an article written by Jon Sharpe and Sarah McCartney sharing their experience of starting up Hillingdon BAPCA.

There is a Yahoo Group called PCA Events where groups can publicise their events.  Dave McCartney wrote an article describing how to get on to this site some while ago and it can be accessed here.