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Background  There is a dearth of literature that has looked at the psychological impact of female genital mutilation/cutting ( FGM /C), and little is known about the understanding and awareness of  FGM /C amongst counselling professionals.    Method  An online survey was completed by 2073  BACP  members. The survey covered four broad themes: demographics; awareness and understanding of  FGM /C; experience of working therapeutically with survivors; and  FGM /C training. Descriptive and inferential analyses were undertaken on quantitative data, and thematic content analysis was undertaken on qualitative data.    Results  Only a small proportion of respondents (10%) had knowingly worked with survivors of  FGM /C. Overall, respondents lacked confidence in their awareness and understanding of  FGM /C, including their safeguarding duties. Having cultural respect, knowledge and understanding was perceived as the most helpful factor when working with this client group. Less than a quarter of respondents had undertaken any training with regard to  FGM /C, although the vast majority expressed a desire to do so.    Discussion  This research has highlighted the importance of improving signposting to existing training and educational resources around  FGM /C, as well as the need to develop new resources where appropriate. The importance of embedding cultural competency into core practitioner training, not just training specific to  FGM /C, is paramount.

Counselling professionals’ awareness and understanding of female genital mutilation/cutting: Training needs for working therapeutically with survivors