Practise Counselling is a hands-on training program designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world clinical work. In this course, students learn how to apply psychological theories to live interactions, handle client dynamics, and develop their own unique therapeutic voice.

Through collaboration with leading mental health professionals, the course offers a complete curriculum spanning beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. It covers basic listening skills, advanced therapeutic techniques, and ethical guidelines over a structured 3-to 6-month period. The program is specifically built for students of BSc Psychology, MSc Psychology, or those who have completed a Diploma in Counselling.

High-Level Overview of Course Modules

  • Introduction to clinical practice: Translating textbook theories into live therapeutic settings.
  • Micro-counselling skills: Mastering active listening, paraphrasing, and non-verbal communication.
  • Intake and assessment: Learning how to conduct initial client interviews and build a history.
  • Rapport building: Establishing deep trust and professional boundaries with clients.
  • Therapeutic modalities: Practical application of CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and humanistic approaches.
  • Supervised mock sessions: Conducting peer-to-peer counselling with live feedback from senior practitioners.
  • Dealing with resistance: Identifying client defense mechanisms and navigating difficult emotions.
  • Case conceptualization: Structuring case notes and formulating long-term intervention plans.
  • Institutional field visits: Guided experiential trips to mental health hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, and community welfare centres.

Eligibility

  • BSc/BA/MSc/ MA in Psychology
  • Diploma in Counselling
  • Open to students from above courses awaiting results

Course Delivery

  • Hybrid mode offered with mandatory offline sessions for practice labs, role-plays, and institutional visits.
  • Course material: Downloadable PDF worksheets, intake templates, case study briefs, and evaluation checklists.
  • Practice labs: Simulated counselling sessions where students record their practice and submit it for detailed instructor feedback.
  • Certification: Course completion certificates awarded upon completing practical hours and passing final case presentations.

Key Benefits of the Course

  • Real-World Practice: Move past textbooks by practising directly with seasoned mental health practitioners.
  • Institutional Exposure: Gain rare entry and insight into major mental health facilities and clinics during field visits.
  • Refined Clinical Skills: Perfect your listening, assessment, and intervention strategies in a safe space.
  • Career Readiness: Earn a verified professional certificate that prepares you for Windows immediate employment in clinics, schools, and corporate spaces.