PACFA Headline News

21/07/2026

PACFA's Advocacy Lands in the National Spotlight

Could someone with no training legally call themselves a counsellor and start seeing clients tomorrow? In most of Australia, yes. The Age just covered why that has to change, and PACFA's CEO was there to make the case.

20/07/2026

Bupa Has Updated Its Provider Terms – What This Means for You

Bupa has updated its Ancillary Provider Terms, including changes to how provider information may be disclosed. If you're a PACFA Clinical Registrant and a Bupa recognised provider, find out what these changes mean for you.

20/07/2026

EOI for Veteran Health Consultation Activities

Use your expertise to help shape healthcare services for Australia's veterans. Expressions of interest are now open for allied health providers to participate in consultation activities led by the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

20/07/2026

Research Study: Professional Identity Formation Amongst Experienced Australian Therapists

Ten or more years in clinical practice? Researchers want to understand how experienced counsellors, and psychotherapists experience their professional identity, and how it connects to who you are personally. Share your story.

20/07/2026

Thank you, Dr Pamela Brear

After more than two decades of service, including as Chair of the Professional Standards Committee, Dr Pamela Brear has stepped down from the PACFA Board. We thank her for a contribution to the profession that will be felt for many years to come.

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