Both of these organisations issue codes of ethics to which their members have to keep.
Accreditation takes some years to achieve and involves a great deal of training and experience.
Many counsellors and psychotherapists are working towards accreditation. This doesn' t mean that they are accredited , but is an indication that they abide by the Code of Ethics of the organisation they belong to. You might like the sound of someone you hear about. Think about what you can reasonably afford, and tell them if their fee is too high. For more information on cost, click here .