IAPC UK is the official United Kingdom chapter of the International Association of Psychology and Counseling (IAPC). The chapter was established in 2021 as part of IAPC’s international expansion.
IAPC UK operates under the authority of the IAPC Board of Directors in the United States and remains aligned with the founding vision, principles, and ethical framework of IAPC.
The UK chapter is chaired by James P. Dowling. The Chair is responsible for day-to-day organisation of the chapter and its operational integrity.
James works in close collaboration with Paul Dunne, IAPC Board Member for the United Kingdom. The UK chapter is overseen by James with ongoing advice and counsel from Paul, ensuring alignment between UK operations and the wider objectives of the IAPC Board.
A core responsibility of IAPC UK is the maintenance of an independent clinical register, organised by modality-based divisions. Registrants must demonstrate that their training, supervision, and professional experience meet or exceed the recognised standards of the profession.
Membership of IAPC UK is conferred through membership of IAPC, with UK registrants subject to chapter-specific governance and review.