Welcome
Established in 1962, the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) is the largest professional association for complementary, holistic beauty and sports therapists, as well as those starting out or teaching in this exciting and growing industry. We provide practical support to our members and protect the public's health by ensuring high standards in both training and practice.
Protecting the public's health
We run the largest Accredited Register of complementary therapists to have been independently accredited by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care, a body accountable to parliament, helping the public to choose a non-statutory regulated health practitioner with confidence.
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Comprehensive tailor-made insurance
Professional insurance can be confusing, but all practising therapists should have it – that’s why we’re here to help. We're authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, so we can arrange it with our well-known insurance providers – an exclusive service for our members.
Keeping members up to date with industry news
Members receive copies of our magazine, International Therapist, and regular e-updates. Published on a quarterly basis, International Therapist offers a broad range of articles from therapy-specific articles to expert business advice. The magazine is a membership benefit, so it's not available off-the-shelf or by subscription.
Promoting members to potential clients
Members have their own profile page on our website (eligibility criteria apply), a professional suffix, lapel badge and logo to use on their own marketing materials. We also raise the profile of our members with advertising and editorial in national publications and by representing our members at parliamentary level.
Local restrictions
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In England, the Prime Minister has announced new local COVID alert levels. Close contact services in England are not currently affected. In Northern Ireland, the First Minister announced that close contact services will close for four weeks from Friday 16 October.
FHT in October issue of Natural Health magazine
We are delighted to have contributed an article to Natural Health magazine's October issue. In the article, we outline ten reasons to embrace complementary therapies. It is our mission to make the public more aware of the FHT and its members, by gaining coverage and advertising you in both print and online.
Announcing the 2020 FHT Excellence Awards finalists
Thank you to everyone who entered and nominated in the 2020 FHT Excellence Awards. It's never been more important to showcase your work and show the many ways professional therapists can make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of others. We're delighted to announce our finalists...
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On the blog: Equality, diversity and inclusivity
In our next issue of International Therapist magazine (Autumn 2020, Issue 134) we explore equality, diversity and inclusivity within the complementary therapy and wellness industries. King's Fund recently shared an article which explores people's experiences of racism and discrimination within the NHS.
