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Psychotherapy Training

Explore Our Core Modules Programme

We’re committed to equipping aspiring therapists and mental health professionals with comprehensive, foundational skills for effective and compassionate client care. Our core psychotherapy modules delve into essential topics such as empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard, alongside the therapeutic relationship, fundamental counselling techniques, and effective communication skills. Each course provides an in-depth exploration of key areas, including establishing and maintaining personal and professional boundaries, reflective practice, and emotional regulation.

Participants will gain practical skills and theoretical insights to address issues like anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and loss. Our training also emphasises the importance of self-awareness and self-care for therapists, creating a balanced approach that enhances both personal and professional growth. Whether you're new to the field or looking to expand your expertise, our programmes are designed to build your confidence and competence, helping you make a lasting difference in your clients' lives. Join us to enhance your skills, connect with a community of compassionate professionals, and deepen your impact in the field of mental health.

Personal Investment:

  • £100 per module, or

  • £250 for your choice of any three modules

  • £150 for the optional online support session

  • Explore the core conditions of empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard that form the foundation of a strong therapeutic relationship. Learn how to foster trust and connection with clients to enhance the healing process.

  • Develop essential counselling skills, including active listening, open-ended questioning, and reflective responses, to facilitate meaningful client interactions and promote client self-awareness and growth.

  • Understand the importance of setting clear boundaries to create a safe therapeutic environment. Learn strategies for enhancing and maintaining boundaries to protect both client and therapist well-being.

  • Deepen your ability to understand and connect with clients' emotions and experiences. This module provides practical tools to cultivate empathy, fostering a more compassionate and effective therapeutic approach.

  • Discover the power of reflective practice to gain insights into your own biases, strengths, and areas for improvement. This module helps you cultivate self-reflection as an ongoing part of professional development.

  • Learn how self-awareness can strengthen therapeutic relationships. This module explores ways to use your own experiences, values, and reactions as therapeutic tools to enhance client outcomes.

  • Gain practical skills to help clients understand and manage their emotions. This module covers emotion regulation strategies and therapeutic techniques for processing complex emotional experiences.

  • Build your understanding of anxiety disorders and effective therapeutic approaches. This module provides strategies for helping clients manage anxiety symptoms and regain a sense of control.

  • Learn about the nature of depression and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. This module equips you with tools to support clients in overcoming depressive symptoms and rebuilding hope.

  • Develop strategies for helping clients understand, express, and manage anger constructively. This module focuses on transforming anger into an opportunity for personal insight and growth.

  • Explore techniques for supporting clients through the complex emotions of grief and loss. This module emphasises compassionate care and practical tools for navigating various stages of the grieving process.

  • Understand the importance of self-care to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy balance. This module provides practical self-care strategies to support your well-being in a demanding role.

  • To deepen your skills and understanding after completing any of our psychotherapy core modules, we offer an optional online support session. This session is designed to help you explore your unique experiences with the training material, address specific questions or challenges, and receive guidance as you integrate these insights into your practice or personal growth. Our supportive environment encourages open discussion, allowing you to refine your application of core topics—such as emotion regulation, therapeutic boundaries, or the core conditions of empathy, congruence, and positive regard—in ways that resonate with you. This session empowers you to make meaningful strides in your professional or personal development, fostering lasting transformation and confidence in your therapeutic approach.

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What Our Learners Say

  • Engaging and Interactive Teaching

    "Kay is an engaging lecturer who makes sessions interactive and thought-provoking. Her teaching encourages deep thinking and discussion, making learning enjoyable and effective." 

  • Clear and Relevant Content 

    "The lecture content was clear, engaging, interesting, and highly relevant to psychotherapy. The structured approach, along with the well-planned delivery, effectively helped deepen my understanding of core concepts."

  • Supportive Learning Environment

     "Kay creates a safe and supportive space where everyone feels comfortable sharing their thoughts without judgement. This atmosphere made the learning experience even more valuable." 

  • Insightful and Practical Seminars 

    "The seminars were well-structured, diverse, and thoroughly engaging. They provided great opportunities to interact, share insights, and apply knowledge in a practical and enriching way." 

  • Impactful and Thought-Provoking Module 

    "This module has been my favourite—well thought out and an excellent starting point for counselling. The reflective work has significantly impacted my self-awareness, and I’m grateful for this experience." 

  • Outstanding Lecturer 

    "Kay is an amazing lecturer—calm, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. She explains complex topics in a clear and accessible manner, always encourages thoughtful discussions, and nurtures a supportive learning environment."

  • Teaching Style and Content

    “Kay is an excellent and approachable lecturer who fosters discussion and delivers engaging teaching. She is always willing to make time for students and offer support whenever needed. The module was interesting and enjoyable.”

  • Applying Theory to Practice

    “Putting what we learned in lectures into practice during seminars deepened my understanding. Hands-on activities made the content more meaningful and easier to grasp, especially when thinking about what it’s like to work as a therapist.”

  • Supportive Teaching

    “Kay is an engaging lecturer who creates a welcoming atmosphere where I feel comfortable contributing and asking questions. Her interactive style encourages discussion and helps me stay involved in the learning.”

  • Interactive Learning

    “I enjoyed the module structure. Seminars on the same day as lectures let me immediately apply what I’d learned. It didn’t feel like a typical class – more like a group discussion or brainstorming session, making learning more enjoyable and effective.”

  • A Positive and Enjoyable Experience

    “Overall, I loved this module. It was fun, engaging, and full of valuable learning. I’m really grateful for the way it was taught and for the supportive environment created by Kay and the teaching team.”

  • Ongoing Support and Accessibility

    “I always felt supported. If we ran out of time in class, Kay encouraged us to reach out by email or speak with her afterwards. This made a big difference to my confidence and motivation.”