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20th March 2025
How to Become a Counsellor
Counselling can be described as a very disciplined process of using specific skills, concepts, theories and models to help clients.
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31st October 2024
Couple Counselling Training:
Couples counselling, also known as relationship counselling or couples therapy, is designed to help couples resolve conflicts, improve communication, and build stronger emotional connections
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31st October 2024
Benefits of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based therapeutic intervention proven effective for addressing anxiety, depression, and various mental health concerns. Through CBT training, practitioners gain skills to help clients understand and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, leading to better mental health outcomes.
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30th October 2024
Changing Careers to a Couples and Marriage Counsellor
Changing careers can feel like a daunting task, but transitioning to a fulfilling profession like a couples and marriage counsellor can be an incredibly rewarding journey. Whether you’ve been working in a completely different field or are already in a related industry like teaching or social work, the skills needed for couples counselling are often highly transferable
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11th October 2024
Grief and Bereavement Counselling - A Brief Overview
Grief and bereavement counselling training is a deeply transformative learning journey that can equip you with the skills and emotional resilience to support those who are experiencing grief.
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14th September 2024
Clinical and Pastoral Counselling
Clinical & Pastoral Counselling promotes personal regard and respect within a style of counselling and care which is non-judgmental, non-directive and of a reflective nature and which encourages clients to work through their issues. Directive approaches are also introduced where they are appropriate.
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13th September 2024
Counselling Courses,Training and CBT
The Institute of Counselling has delivered Counselling Courses and Training and CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy courses) along with Coaching and Mentoring for over 35 years.
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Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I have enjoyed this course very much, it has been challenging but rewarding and I would thoroughly recommend it! My tutor was very supportive and a great mentor to guide me through. The course content and materials were excellent, very informative and professional at this higher level. I would rate this course as excellent for anyone wishing to develop further their counselling and therapist skills.
MARK H, 4 days ago
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Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I liked the structure of the course. The material was interessting and was presented very clear, and the set-up in the folder was inviting to learn. I liked that there were colourful graphics to enhance the learning experience. A great benefit is that each stutdent is assigned a personal tutor to help them through the coure. Marie Murphy was my personal tutor, she was very helpful and supportive with any questions and concerns I had. Her feedback on my written work was always encouraging and uplifting. She certainly has a great gift in tutoring and I am very grateful that Marie was assigned to me. The course content is clear and in depth. I got a good overview of CBT in general and about specific disorders and different methods used. What I was missing a little is that the content of the course material is still the same as fifteen years ago. I would have liked to see more of the newer approaches or new methods that have evolved and have enhanced CBT since then. But that is my personal preference. Over all it is a great course and I can really recommend it to others. A great benefit is that it is accredited by the ACCPH which is internationally recognised.
Caroline T, 8 days ago
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Certificate in Counselling
I was impressed with the course contents, assignments and responses generally.
Olaitan A, 24 days ago
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Certificate in Christian Counselling
The course provided me with the introductory knowledge that I needed. The assignments were challenging but allowed me to demonstrate what I was learning and how I could apply it to client work. Marie Murphy was an excellent tutor and her feedback was encouraging and detailed.
John B, 29 days ago
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Diploma in Grief and Bereavement Counselling
I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course, so much so that I want to continue on my counselling journey! I haven't done any learning for over 25 years and was very proud of achieving A's for all my assignments, it goes to show whatever age you are it's never too late to learn
Joanne O, 43 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Really enjoyed the course and looking forward to the diploma .
David P, 49 days ago
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Certificate in Grief and Bereavement
I found the course very beneficial and the content was excellent. My tutor was very responsive, supportive and encouraging.
Carmen B, 57 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
The course was very challenging ,intense and inspiring. I enjoyed it immensely and I am very grateful to have been part of this rewarding project.
Trlma L, 61 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I enjoyed the course and look forward to moving into the next section and learning more. The online aspect very convenient give I work. My tutor Dr Murphy was prompt and gave good feedback. I would recommend a more concise and clear 1-2 page document on expectations for assessments, assignments and dates, with clear documentation and labelling, separate to other materials, as I found this information a little disjointed to find. Otherwise very enjoyable module.
Christopher C, 78 days ago
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Certificate in Christian Counselling
Fabulous course! Thank you!
Pavlina S, 79 days ago