How to
Become a Counsellor

Grasping the core principles of counselling to work further as an effective counsellor or mental health practitioner and understanding behavioural patterns of humans and their emotional needs to provide support.

Learn active listening, building rapport, and offering constructive feedback. These skills are crucial for creating a safe space for clients to express themselves.

Role-playing helps develop practical skills by simulating client-counsellor interactions. It provides a risk-free environment for practitioners to practice techniques and improve their responses.

Understand legal and ethical aspects to ensure that counsellors maintain confidentiality, avoid conflicts of interest, and adhere to professional guidelines. It also involves knowing the rights of clients and the limitations of counselling.

Setting up a counselling practice involves managing logistics, marketing services, and creating a professional environment. It’s important to have a clear business plan and an understanding of financial and administrative responsibilities that you’ll get an opportunity to learn here.

Technology in counselling can enhance accessibility, such as through online platforms or digital tools for client assessments. It also provides opportunities for virtual sessions, making support more flexible and efficient.