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50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Therapy Solutions
Established in 1962, the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) has been a cornerstone of the UK's holistic therapy sector for over six decades. As the largest professional association for complementary, beauty, and sports therapists, we provide comprehensive membership packages tailored to every career stage, ensuring our 10,000+ global members receive unparalleled support. Our services extend beyond membership, offering bespoke insurance policies with indemnity levels from 1m to 6m, accredited training courses, and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities. Governed by an elected council of therapists and supported by qualified staff, we maintain rigorous standards through our code of conduct and accreditation processes.With FCA authorisation (firm reference 502095) and Companies House registration (02864349), we combine regulatory compliance with member-centric advocacy. Our quarterly magazine, International Therapist, and local support groups foster professional networking, while our insurance partnerships ensure practitioners are protected across diverse therapy modalities. Through our accreditation scheme, we uphold educational excellence, having evaluated thousands of courses since our inception. This enduring commitment to quality, transparency, and therapist welfare has cemented our reputation as the UK's most trusted therapy association.
Services
Membership Packages
Professional Insurance
Accredited Training
CPD Courses
Local Support Groups
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in regulating holistic therapy standards
- Our insurance packages offer indemnity levels up to 6 million
- We provide FHT-accredited training courses with CPD points
- Our membership includes quarterly industry magazine subscriptions
- We operate under FCA authorisation (reference 502095) for insurance services
What people say
Versatile membership support
Essential for therapists
High standards maintained
Excellent insurance coverage
Valuable CPD resources
Services
Membership Packages
Our tiered membership packages support therapists at every career stage. Members gain access to specialist insurance, quarterly industry magazine subscriptions, and CPD resources. The scheme benefits both individual practitioners and therapy businesses through professional recognition and networking opportunities.
Professional Insurance
We provide comprehensive insurance coverage with indemnity levels from 1m to 6m. Policies include malpractice, public liability, and product liability protection for therapists working in various settings. Coverage extends to case studies during additional qualification studies with approved providers.
Accredited Training
Our accreditation scheme evaluates therapy courses against strict educational standards. Providers receive recognition through certificate awards, website listings, and promotional opportunities in our member magazine, ensuring students access quality education resources.
CPD Courses
We offer a range of CPD-approved courses covering specialist therapy techniques. These include online webinars, practical workshops, and accredited training programs that help therapists maintain professional standards and expand their skillsets.
Local Support Groups
Regional support groups provide networking opportunities and professional development for therapists. These community-based meetings facilitate knowledge sharing, business advice, and peer support across complementary, beauty, and sports therapy disciplines.
Questions
What membership packages do you offer?
We provide tiered membership packages for students, associates, and full members, each including insurance, magazine access, and CPD support.
Do you provide professional insurance?
Yes, our insurance packages offer indemnity levels from £1m to £6m with coverage for malpractice, public liability, and products.
How can I find accredited courses?
Our website lists FHT-accredited training providers and courses meeting our rigorous educational standards.
What CPD resources are available?
We offer webinar recordings, live workshops, and online courses qualifying for CPD points across multiple therapy disciplines.
Are you regulated by any authorities?
We operate under FCA authorisation (reference 502095) for insurance services and maintain Companies House registration (02864349).
Reviews (5)
Olena Martin
Jan 02, 2022
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I had a chance to see this organisation from inside. I would like to say that there are many insurance providers and therapists can find their insurance cover at better rate. The FHT has recently become very commercial organisation. Although that their outlook as "non-profit" I can reassure you, their culture is opposite. What classes as "profit" is distributed as a bonuses within company. There is very carefully selected blaming culture within organisation, with very devious approach. They are looking and have interest only in money and profit, and if it will means to ruin your life, - they will ruin it without hesitation.
Hannah Lovegrove
Sep 09, 2021
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Support, services and accreditation for professional therapists, all delivered with a truly personal service. And the magazine is a thoroughly good read!
Origins Therapy
Aug 21, 2021
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Very supportive and informative association. As a member I like that we receive up to date industry news, qualification information, and can take relevant insurance if required.
Laura Wooldridge
Aug 20, 2021
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The Federation of Holistic Therapists is an amazing organisation that supports the Complementary Therapy industry and anyone looking for professional therapists. I highly recommend.
Teresa Rich
Aug 02, 2021
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I have been a member of FHT since I started treating clients and training them. I am so proud that their standards adhere to the Professional Standards Authority and many other bodies. Its very important to be part of an organisation that upholds high standards for practitioners, so that the public can be safe guarded. In todays world this is a must! Thank you FHT for being so helpful.
