The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy
Also known as: U K C P, Ukcp
The UKCP promotes the art and science of psychotherapy for the public benefit; it promotes research and education in psychotherapy and disseminate the results of any such research. It also promotes high standards of training and practice in psychotherapy and the wider provision of psychotherapy for the public benefit.
Activities & Mission
The UKCP promotes the art and science of psychotherapy for the public benefit; it promotes research and education in psychotherapy and disseminate the results of any such research. It also promotes high standards of training and practice in psychotherapy and the wider provision of psychotherapy for the public benefit.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,006,581 | £2,907,319 | £2,907,319 | £737,207 | £737,207 | 31 / 200 |
| 2023 | £2,734,580 | £2,809,172 | £2,809,172 | £583,267 | £583,267 | 32 / 200 |
| 2022 | £2,558,516 | £2,690,189 | £2,690,189 | £646,649 | £646,649 | 26 / 200 |
| 2021 | £2,560,115 | £2,563,213 | £2,563,213 | £822,720 | £822,720 | 29 / 200 |
| 2020 | £2,480,102 | £2,681,899 | £2,681,899 | £764,655 | £764,655 | 29 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy
What does The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy do?
The UKCP promotes the art and science of psychotherapy for the public benefit; it promotes research and education in psychotherapy and disseminate the results of any such research. It also promotes high standards of training and practice in psychotherapy and the wider provision of psychotherapy for the public benefit.
How much income did The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy report in 2024?
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy reported total income of £3.01m and reported expenditure of £2.91m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy?
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy has a program ratio of 96.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy registered as a charity?
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 1996 as charity number 1058545. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy?
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy operate?
The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy a registered charity?
Yes — The United Kingdom Council For Psychotherapy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1058545.
Details
York House
221 Pentonville Road
London
N1 9UZ
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated