PACFA Headline News

PACFA registration now recognised by DVA

17/07/2024

The Australian Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) has agreed to recognised PACFA registration as a qualification for employment. This recognition opens up new opportunities for PACFA-registered counsellors within the DVA.

Celebrating Excellence Belkis Diaz Abramovitz

17/07/2024

PACFA is delighted to announce that Belkis Diaz Abramovitz, has been selected as the recipient of the Counselling Discipline Award from the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney.

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PACFA registration now recognised by DVA

17/07/2024

The Australian Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) has agreed to recognised PACFA registration as a qualification for employment. This recognition opens up new opportunities for PACFA-registered counsellors within the DVA.

 

Celebrating Excellence Belkis Diaz Abramovitz

17/07/2024

PACFA is delighted to announce that Belkis Diaz Abramovitz, has been selected as the recipient of the Counselling Discipline Award from the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney.

 

College of Psychotherapy applications open 1 August

17/07/2024

Based on feedback received from our recent survey, we are pleased to announce that the new application pathway for the College of Psychotherapy will be opening in August 2024.

 

PACFA strengthens collaboration with mhpn

16/07/2024

PACFA is pleased to announce the recent meeting between our CEO, Johanna de Wever, and Dr. Daisy Book of the Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN) in Melbourne.

 

New innovative CPC and RCC Badges are almost here! RCP badges next in line!

16/07/2024

From July 2024, PACFA is excited to be transitioning to new interactive Digital Badges from our static digital badges previously released in 2022. The new Digital Badges will be sent from Credly.

 

Meeting with the Australian College of Relationship Counsellors

16/07/2024

We are pleased to provide an update from the recent meeting of the Australian College of Relationship Counsellors (ACRC). Attendees discussed critical aspects of re-establishing the leadership group for the ACRC.

 

Help develop Australian Standards for Health Practitioner Pain Management Education

16/07/2024

The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists is inviting registrations to participate in stakeholder consultation workshops to develop Australian Standards for Health Practitioner Pain Management Education.

 

Get Involved: Join the Consultation Process for Counselling Competencies

16/07/2024

PACFA members are invited to register your interest in attending an upcoming consultation meeting regarding counselling competencies.

 

PACFA meets with Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand (PBANZ)

16/07/2024

PACFA’s CEO and representatives of the College of Psychotherapy Leadership Group had a productive meeting with Janet Hay of Te Poari o ngā Kaihaumanu Hinengaro o Aotearoa/Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand (PBANZ).

 

Key takeaways from the 2024 PACFA Audit

16/07/2024

The 2024 PACFA audit has concluded; PACFA would like to offer a few reflections on the process; how the audit helps to uphold our standards; and the common challenges faced by our members.

 

Opportunities to volunteer for PACFA’s Governance Committee

15/07/2024

PACFA is inviting volunteers with governance expertise to join the Governance Committee. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience, preferably in a non-profit context. Volunteers from across Australia can participate via Zoom.

 

Update on the National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists

15/07/2024

PACFA continues to be at the forefront of developing comprehensive national standards for counselling and psychotherapy in Australia. CEO Johanna de Wever welcomes her ongoing engagement in regular monthly meetings with DoHAC.

 

PACFA introduces new standards to meet NASRHP requirements

15/07/2024

English Language Skills Standard and Recency of Practice Standards were approved by the Board at the June meeting. The Recency of Practice standard will be effective from 1 July 2025 and is not in place for current renewals.

 

Updates to PACFA CPD endorsement guidelines

15/07/2024

We are pleased to announce important updates to the PACFA Continuing Professional Development (CPD) endorsement guidelines, effective from 1 July 2024.

 

PACFA’s commitment to continuous improvement

12/07/2024

In 2023-2024 registration and membership year, PACFA has hosted a broad range of professional development events. These sessions aim to broaden the knowledge base of our registrants and members and offer diverse insights into various topics.

 

Avoiding late fees: key renewal dates and deadlines

11/07/2024

The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of members to the Reference Group for the Program accreditation standards review.

 

Return to Work SA Updates Fee Schedules for Mental Health Services

11/07/2024

Return to Work SA has announced its updated fee schedules for mental health services, effective from 1 July 2024. The newly-published fee schedules have been updated to better support the vital work of mental health professionals.

 

ACCAPE has closed

11/07/2024

The Australian College of Counselling and Psychotherapy Educators (ACCAPE) has officially closed following the last Board meeting.

 

New Reference Group Members for the 2024 Program accreditation standards review

11/07/2024

The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of members to the Reference Group for the Program accreditation standards review.

 

A Day in the Life of Ellie Rose

10/07/2024

Specialising in youth trauma and grief, Ellie has extensive training in family therapy and youth counselling. Beginning in the non-profit sector, she now also offers counselling through her online practice, Cocoon Mental Health.

 

FAQs on the National Standards for counsellors and psychotherapists

13/06/2024

PACFA is collaborating with the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care (DoHAC) to develop national standards for counselling and psychotherapy. Review the FAQs about these exciting developments.

 

PACFA supports AHPRA's Intraprofessional statement

12/06/2024

PACFA has joined 53 other signatories in endorsing the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency's (Ahpra) Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (IPCP) Statement of Intent.

 

Ethics Committee welcomes two new members

11/06/2024

After a rigorous selection process, Scott Kratzmann and Ann Moir-Bussy have been chosen from over 20 applicants as the newest members of the Ethics Committee.

 

CEO attends Mental Health Australia Members Policy Forum

11/06/2024

PACFA CEO Johanna de Wever joined over 130 mental health leaders online at Mental Health Australia's first Members Policy Forum for 2024.

 

Life Memberships awarded to Pat Bradley and George Gintilas

11/06/2024

Pat Bradley and George Gintilas have recently been awarded Life Memberships of PACFA to recognise their contributions to the organisation and the profession.

 

Past President Dr Di Stow announces departure from Board

11/06/2024

After 13 and a half years of dedicated service, Immediate Past President Dr Di Stow has announced her departure from the PACFA Board.

 

New PACFA CPC and RCC digital badges unveiled

6/06/2024

The new shape and design of the CPC and RCC digital badges have been finalised, heralding a new era for PACFA members and registrants. The rollout of the new badges will commence from 1 July, 2024.

 

Spiral Chat themes for Lived Experience Leadership workshop series announced

6/06/2024

The selection of the themes for the Spiral Chats for the Gender, Body, Kinship, and Sexuality (GBKS) programme for Day 2 of PACFA’s Lived Experience Leadership Workshop Series reveals the depth, nuance, and urgency of the event.

 

One month to go!

6/06/2024

insurance.com.au is giving ten (10) lucky PACFA members the chance to win a Woolworths Gift Card valued at $200.00 when they purchase a Healthcare Professionals Civil Liability (Professional Indemnity) policy through insurance.com.au.

 

Opportunity to join PACFA ACT Leadership Group

5/06/2024

PACFA invites its ACT Branch members to consider joining the Canberra and Region Leadership Group. This is an opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to support the local counselling and psychotherapy community.