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.
Helping therapists to flourish with...
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.
Thank you for supporting best practice
While we all welcome the fact that a number of restrictions have recently been lifted across the UK, coronavirus is still a very real threat to health and there are of course growing concerns about the new Indian variant. At the FHT, we take great pride in the professionalism demonstrated by our members at all times, so we would like to say thank you for continuing to follow your country's government guidance for close contact services. As well as helping to protect your clients' health and safety, which is absolutely paramount, it clearly demonstrates our industry's commitment to best practice.
FHT Governing Council election
Each year, existing Governing Council members are required to stand for re-election, on rotation, to represent the interests of our members and the general public. This is an opportunity for you to have a say in who acts on your behalf. To further engage and support members in the election process this year, we have produced a reflective practice CPD activity for you to gain 5 CPD points. The closing date for voting online or by post is 5pm on 9 July, 2021.
Insightful seminars at the
2021 FHT Virtual Congress
The 2021 FHT Virtual Congress will feature expert speakers, insightful seminars and show discounts, and the best part is you can enjoy everything that is on offer from the comfort of your own home. Your ticket will allow you to access the wide range of videos from our speakers anytime across the two days, giving you the flexibility to tailor the event to your interests and lifestyle.
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We see you, we thank you, we celebrate you!
We love to hear about the dedication and support you, our members, offer your clients, the innovative ways you have adapted to working, especially during this past year, and we enjoy learning about your journeys as therapists. Whether you know someone who deserves a nomination, or you want to praise your own hard work and achievements, we want to hear from you! No achievement is too small and every accomplishment is important. Enter our 2021 FHT Excellence Awards now!
