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Psychotherapy and Counselling
240 Students
16 others bought this course in the last 24 hours! Mental health support has become an increasingly important part of Canada’s healthcare and community care systems. Across counselling centres, schools, rehabilitation services, and support organisations, there is growing awareness of the importance of emotional wellbeing, early intervention, and compassionate mental health care. This course introduces key concepts related to psychotherapy, …
16 others bought this course in the last 24 hours!
Mental health support has become an increasingly important part of Canada’s healthcare and community care systems. Across counselling centres, schools, rehabilitation services, and support organisations, there is growing awareness of the importance of emotional wellbeing, early intervention, and compassionate mental health care.
This course introduces key concepts related to psychotherapy, counselling approaches, mental health disorders, and crisis response. Learners explore how emotional, behavioural, and psychological conditions affect individuals across different stages of life while gaining insight into therapeutic communication and client support practices used in Canadian care environments.
With flexible online learning, participants can study at their own pace while building structured understanding of counselling and psychotherapy principles. A completion certificate supports pathways into mental health support, community services, counselling assistance, and wellbeing-focused roles across Canada.
Key Features of Psychotherapy and Counselling Course
Our trusted, high quality and affordable Psychotherapy and Counselling course trains individuals to become experts in their field.
- Accredited by CPD
- Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Developed by qualified professionals in the field
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Last audited and updated on: 20th May 2026
Learning Outcomes
- Understand core concepts related to mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Gain awareness of common psychological and behavioural disorders
- Learn how psychotherapy and counselling approaches support individuals
- Develop understanding of crisis intervention and client support methods
- Build knowledge of therapeutic communication and assessment processes
- Recognise different forms of psychotherapy used in mental health care
Who Should Take This Course
- Individuals interested in counselling and mental health support work
- Students exploring psychology or community care pathways in Canada
- Support workers assisting individuals with emotional or behavioural challenges
- Caregivers wanting greater awareness of mental health conditions
- Career changers moving into wellbeing and support-related sectors
- Anyone interested in psychotherapy and counselling practices
Why Take This Course
- Reflects growing mental health awareness across Canada
- Covers counselling approaches used in real support environments
- Builds understanding of emotional and behavioural health conditions
- Flexible online study suitable for beginners and working learners
- Supports pathways into community and mental health support roles
- Strengthens awareness of crisis response and therapeutic communication
Job Opportunities & Salary (CAD)
- Mental Health Support Worker – CAD $45,000 – $65,000
- Community Support Worker – CAD $42,000 – $60,000
- Counselling Assistant – CAD $40,000 – $58,000
- Youth Support Worker – CAD $44,000 – $63,000
- Wellness Program Coordinator – CAD $48,000 – $70,000
- Crisis Support Worker – CAD $46,000 – $68,000
Entry Requirements
- No formal qualifications required to enrol
- Basic English reading and communication skills
- Interest in mental health and counselling support
- Basic computer literacy for online learning access
- Internet-enabled device for course participation
- Suitable for beginners entering support and wellbeing sectors in Canada
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this Psychotherapy and Counselling Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
QLS Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a trusted endorsement framework that certifies high-quality, non-regulated training programmes across various sectors.
Association of Healthcare Trainers
The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) promotes high-quality healthcare training, supporting providers to deliver relevant, industry-aligned education and improve professional standards.
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your Psychotherapy and Counselling course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost $9.99).
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Assessment
At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our Psychotherapy and Counselling course is as follows:
Module 01: Introduction to Mental Health
- What is Mental Health?
- Characteristics of Good Mental Health
- What is Mental Illness?
- Early Signs of Mental Health Problem
- Mental Health Statistics: UK and Worldwide
- Self-Awareness
- Definition of Mental Well-being
- Indication of Good Mental Well-being
- How to Improve Mental Well-Being
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 02: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autistic Disorder
- Conduct Disorder
- Mental Retardation
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 03: Stress and Anxiety Disorders
- Anxiety
- Acute Stress Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Panic Disorder
- Phobia
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 04: Schizophrenia
- What Is Schizophrenia Disorder?
- Hallucinations
- Delusion
- Paranoid Schizophrenia Disorder
- Disorganized Schizophrenia Disorder
- Catatonic Schizophrenia Disorder
- Psychosis
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 05: Personality Disorders
- Personality and Personality Disorders
- Antisocial Personality Disorder
- Avoidant Personality Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Dependent Personality Disorder
- Histrionic Personality Disorder
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
- Paranoid Personality Disorder
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 06: Mood Disorders
- Mood
- Mood Disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 07: Eating & Sleeping Disorders
- Eating Disorder
- Anorexia Nervosa Disorder
- Bulimia Nervosa Disorder
- Sleep
- Breathing-Related Sleep Disorder
- Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder
- Narcolepsy Disorder
- Primary Hypersomnia Disorder
- Primary Insomnia Disorder
- Sleep Paralysis
- Summary/Keynotes of The Module
- Assessment
Module 08: Self-Harm and Suicide
- What is Self-Harm?
- The Self-Harm Cycle
- Why Do People Self-Harm?
- Support Services and Treatments
- Self Care
- Suicide
- Risk Factors
- Suicide, Mental Health and Self-Harm
- Suicide Prevention
- Summary/Keynotes of the Module
- Assessment
Module 09: Introduction to Psychotherapy
- Introduction to Psychotherapy
- The Role of a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
- Common Mental Health Difficulties
- Difference between Psychotherapy and Counselling
- Things Therapists Will Not do
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 10: Types of Therapies
- Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Counselling Approaches
- Behavioural and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Systemic Approaches
- Trans-diagnostic and Integrative Approaches
- Third Wave Therapies
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 11: Engaging and Assessing the Patients
- Concepts of Mental Health
- A Range of Assessment Strategies
- Risk Management
- Engaging the Patient
- Patient Centred Information Gathering
- Use of Standardised Assessment Tools
- Accurate Recording of Information
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 12: Low-Intensity CBT Treatment
- Developing Skills in Behaviour Change Models to Deliver
- Behavioural Activation
- Exposure Therapy
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Worry Management for GAD
- Panic Management
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 13: Forms of Psychotherapy
- For Depression
- For Anxiety Disorders
- For Schizophrenia
- Gender Identity Disorder (Gender Dysphoria)
- For Eating Disorders
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 14: Helping the Client in Crisis
- Ascertain Safety
- Calm Your Client
- Engage Resources
- Ascertain Their Beliefs during the Crisis
- Help Them Find Hope Through an Action Plan
- Summary
- Assessment
Module 15: Crisis Intervention
- Understanding the Psychology of a Client’s Crisis
- Getting in Too Deep
- There Must Be a Way Out of Here
- Averting a Crisis
- Two Signs of Crisis
- Disconnecting from Reality
- Summary
- Assessment
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