PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Advance your counselling career with our Postgraduate Diploma — an intensive program combining theoretical depth and hands-on training. Explore diverse therapeutic approaches, build ethical and practical skills, and gain supervised experience to support clients across mental health, trauma, relationships, education, and career development contexts.
Last Updated: 17 Jan, 2026
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Batch starts February
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Total you pay Rs. 55,000
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What’s included
Stay at the forefront of psychology education with curated notes from certified psychologists, available through our platform.
Offline Exposure/Visits
Industry Standard Certification
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What’s included
Stay at the forefront of psychology education with curated notes from certified psychologists, available through our platform.
Offline Exposure/Visits
Industry Standard Certification
No Cost EMI Options starting at
Rs. 8,000/month
Total you pay Rs. 55,000
No Cost EMI available
Connect with out team for EMI plans
What’s included
Stay at the forefront of psychology education with curated notes from certified psychologists, available through our platform.
Offline Exposure/Visits
Industry Standard Certification
Duration
12 Months
Commitment
2-3 hours/week
Eligibility
Graduate
Application Deadline
27 Jan, 2026
Recorded Sessions
Cloud based recorded session. Access anytime, anywhere
Comprehensive Notes
Lecture notes + Case studies + Reference Books
A Grade Counsellor
Guaranteed quality of Counsellor, Nothing below.
Enrollment Process
Choose a Program
Select from a wide variety of courses provided for your suitable needs
Book your Seat
Enroll before deadline and enjoy Hassle-free seat allotment.
Join the Program
Email confirmation and admission form submission
Batch Starts February
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Learning Benefits
Comprehensive Theoretical Foundation
Gain in-depth knowledge of major counselling theories including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, gestalt, and Indian perspectives.
Master Core Counselling Skills
Build essential skills like empathy, active listening, rapport-building, and non-verbal communication.
Positive Psychology Integration
Apply strength-based, resilience-building, and well-being-focused strategies in counselling sessions.
Diverse Counselling Approaches
Learn directive, non-directive, eclectic, and integrative approaches to address varied client needs.
Specialised Population Counselling
Learn therapeutic approaches tailored to children, adolescents, the elderly, and the queer community.
Career and Workplace Counselling Skills
Train in career development theories, assessments, and workplace mental health interventions.
Marriage & Relationship Counselling Expertise
Explore love languages, family dynamics, intimacy issues, and therapeutic work with couples.
Training in Psychotherapeutic Modalities
Learn foundational techniques in CBT, REBT, ACT, DBT, SFBT, and expressive arts therapies.
Ethics & Professional Identity Development
Understand global and Indian ethical standards, boundaries, legal considerations, and the importance of supervision.
Expert Mentorship & Industry Exposure
Learn from experienced professionals and participate in expert-led doubt-clearing sessions to gain real-world insights.
Cultural & Spiritual Sensitivity
Gain insight into culturally relevant and spiritually informed counselling practices.
Exposure to Mental Health Issues
Understand and respond to psychological concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, and grief.
Application Across Settings
Get trained to work in multiple domains — individual, group, couple, family, workplace, and school settings.
Syllabus
Course Curriculum
Language
English + Hindi
Recordings
Recorded Lectures
53+
Lectures
12 Months
Course Duration
Foundations of Counselling Psychology
Module 1
Module 1
What you will learn-
Learn the scope, goals, and role of counselling, and how it differs from psychotherapy and psychiatry.
Discover major counselling approaches, including Western and Indian cultural-spiritual models.
Explore the evolution of counselling and its emerging global and Indian practices.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Counselling Skills & Helping Relationship
Module 2
Module 2
What you will learn-
Develop effective communication, empathy, and professionalism while building strong client rapport.
Learn structured stages, history-taking, MMSE basics, and report writing.
Explore directive, non-directive, and eclectic approaches through role plays and simulations.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Counselling Across Contexts & Populations
Module 3
Module 3
What you will learn-
Understand individual, group, couple, and family counselling approaches.
Gain skills for marriage, career, workplace, grief, trauma, addiction, and phobia counselling.
Explore counselling for children, adolescents, and the elderly.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Understanding Psychological Concerns
Module 4
Module 4
What you will learn-
Recognize stress, anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, and eating disorders.
Explore relationship difficulties, learning, and developmental challenges in children and adolescents.
Practice symptom identification, intake forms, and psychoeducation techniques.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Introduction to Psychotherapies & Interventions
Module 5
Module 5
What you will learn-
Explore CBT, REBT, DBT, ACT, MBCT, and SFBT basics with practical applications.
Understand Expressive Arts Therapies using art, movement, music, and drama.
Gain tools for psychological first aid in trauma, grief, abuse, and suicide risk.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Professional Practice, Ethics & Career Preparation
Module 6
Module 6
What you will learn-
Explore the legal challenges & ways to overcome to pursue ethical practice
Advance your career with evidence-based skills, supervision, and recognized certifications.
Boost resilience and well-being through self-care strategies and best practices for both online and offline counselling.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Family & Relationship Counselling
Module 7
Module 7
What you will learn-
Explore the traits of healthy vs toxic relationships, their emotional impact, and how therapy can address relational distress.
Learn to apply love languages in counselling, considering cultural contexts and individual differences in expression and needs.
Understand family dynamics, including transitions and crises, and implement therapeutic strategies through case-based practice.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Queer Counselling
Module 8
Module 8
What you will learn-
Gain historical insight into the queer community, key milestones, and global perspectives to inform inclusive therapeutic practice.
Understand the social, legal, and cultural challenges faced by queer individuals and the broader societal response.
Develop core counselling skills and apply intersectional approaches when working with diverse identities within the queer population.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Marriage and Relationship Counselling
Module 9
Module 9
What you will learn-
Explore dynamics of healthy vs toxic relationships, love languages, and family systems to understand patterns that affect couples.
Learn attachment theories, intimacy issues, and cultural contexts to navigate couple dynamics and relationship challenges.
Apply structured therapeutic approaches from intake to termination, supporting couples through counselling tools and skill-building.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Counselling Related to Mental Health Issues
Module 10
Module 10
What you will learn-
Understand anxiety, depression, addiction, phobia, grief, and trauma through diagnostic frameworks, cultural contexts, and therapeutic approaches.
Explore the psychological, social, and physiological impact of mental health issues, and learn how to support clients effectively.
Apply assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic modalities through practical training and expert guidance.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Career & Well Being Counselling
Module 11
Module 11
What you will learn-
Learn the structured process of career counselling, including assessments, ethical considerations, and goal-oriented planning.
Explore career development theories and therapeutic strategies that support identity, adjustment, and exploration.
Understand the principles of positive psychology to enhance individual well-being and strengthen self-concept in counselling.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Workplace Counselling
Module 12
Module 12
What you will learn-
Understand the role of workplace counselling, the importance of mental health services, and the functioning of EAPs in different work settings.
Learn strategies to foster a positive work environment through engagement, training, and effective consultancy interventions.
Address common workplace challenges like stress, conflict, and burnout using practical counselling techniques and coping strategies.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Positive Psychology in Counselling
Module 13
Module 13
What you will learn-
Explore the core principles of positive psychology and how they enhance counselling effectiveness through a strengths-based lens.
Learn to apply evidence-based interventions like PERMA, mindfulness, and reframing to build client resilience and well-being.
Develop emotional intelligence, empathy, and positive relationship skills essential for therapeutic success.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Building Your Portfolio as a Beginner
Module 14
Module 14
What you will learn-
Learn to create a compelling counselling portfolio, present yourself effectively online, and network professionally.
Gain foundational marketing skills tailored for counsellors with a focus on SEO and client outreach.
Master key social media platforms like LinkedIn, Google/Wix, and Instagram to build a visible and credible online presence.
This is an overview of the modules. Full content is detailed in the brochure.
Please Note! This is an overview of the modules. To get the full content please download the brochure.
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