Counselling Skills 101

Counselling courses 101

This counselling course is your foundation for becoming a skilled and confident counsellor. Our counselling courses are designed to help you learn essential counselling techniques, communication skills, and practical tools needed to work effectively with clients in real-world therapeutic settings.

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What You Will Learn
Course Benefits
Practical Exposure

Learn through real-world scenarios, similar to a hands-on counseling course online or therapy course.

Experience-Led

Build practical skills with training aligned to art therapist courses.

Core Counselling Skills

Develop empathy, communication, and rapport—key in expressive arts therapy courses.

Community Driven

Collaborate and grow in a supportive learning environment, like art therapist courses online.

Confidence Building

Gain confidence to handle client interactions professionally.

Career Ready

Prepare for counselling roles and advanced therapy pathways.

RECORDED

Recorded

Self Paced

3.4+ hrs

Content Duration

3.5k+

Students Trained

Lifetime

Course Access

₹4,999
₹8,999
SAVE 44.4%
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Session Modules

8 Modules • 3.4+ hrs Content

Introduction
Course overview and learning goals (4 mins)
What Is Counselling?
Understanding counselling and its purpose (2 mins)
Inside the Therapy Room
How a therapy session flows in practice (17 mins)
Introducing Yourself to Clients
Professional and ethical introductions (2 mins)
Building Rapport
Creating trust and connection (4 mins)
Structuring a Session
Planning effective counselling sessions (8 mins)
Ending a 60-Minute Session
Closing sessions with clarity (3 mins)
Homework in Counselling
Using between-session tasks well (5 mins)
Client Follow-Ups
Maintaining long-term therapeutic relationships (3 mins)
Conclusion
Key takeaways and next steps (1 min)
Honesty in the First Session
How transparent a counsellor should be initially (6 mins)
When the Client Only Speaks
Handling talkative clients and timely interventions (6 mins)
Intervention in the First Session
When and how to introduce techniques early (19 mins)
Gap Between Sessions
Deciding the ideal number of days between sessions (14 mins)
Maintaining Counsellor Notes
Best practices for session documentation (2 mins)
When a Client Doesn’t Show Up
Handling no-shows professionally and ethically (3 mins)
Module Conclusion
Key learning summary and closure (1 min)
Setting Boundaries With Clients
Creating clear and ethical professional limits (5 mins)
Handling Personal Questions
Responding professionally without over-disclosure (3 mins)
When Clients Develop Feelings
Managing emotional attachment ethically (3 mins)
Referring Clients to Another Professional
Knowing when and how to refer appropriately (3 mins)
Module Conclusion
Boundary best practices and key takeaways (1 min)
Defining Your Therapy Niche
Identifying your strengths and specialization (5 mins)
Early Career Experiences
Understanding challenges in initial practice (4 mins)
Building a Client Base
Attracting clients as a beginner therapist (4 mins)
Financial Reality of Counselling
Setting expectations about income growth (4 mins)
Choosing the Right Therapy Approach
Matching techniques to client needs (5 mins)
Continuing Learning in Therapy
Resources for advancing clinical skills (5 mins)
Selecting the Right Certifications
Picking certifications aligned with your niche (5 mins)
Do’s & Don’ts in Online Counselling
Best practices for virtual therapy sessions (6 mins)
Do’s & Don’ts in In-Person Counselling
Professional conduct in face-to-face sessions (5 mins)
Essential Counselling Apps
Tools every counsellor should know (1 min)
Building Your Counselling Centre
Steps to start and structure your practice (5 mins)
Module Conclusion
Summary and key takeaways (2 mins)
Handling Resistant Clients
Approaches to manage resistance and non-cooperation (4 mins)
When Clients Interrupt Often
Setting boundaries without breaking rapport (3 mins)
Clients Who Don’t Open Up
Techniques to build safety and trust (4 mins)
Clients Forced Into Therapy
Working with unwilling or referred clients (3 mins)
Managing Crying Clients
Supporting emotional release effectively (3 mins)
Handling Very Silent Clients
Encouraging expression without pressure (4 mins)
Module Conclusion
Key insights and practical takeaways (1 min)
Planning Client Progress
Tracking goals and measuring therapeutic growth (6 mins)
Assessing Readiness for Termination
Identifying when therapy goals are met (4 mins)
Handling Environmental Influences
Addressing external factors affecting the client (5 mins)
Managing Client Emotional Overload
Staying grounded during intense emotional sessions (3 mins)
Coping With Therapist Emotional Impact
Preventing burnout during frequent client work (4 mins)
Module Conclusion
Client-centered best practices summary (1 min)
Course Conclusion
Key takeaways and next steps in your counselling journey (3 mins)
Introduction
Course overview and learning goals (4 mins)
What Is Counselling?
Understanding counselling and its purpose (2 mins)
Inside the Therapy Room
How a therapy session flows in practice (17 mins)
Introducing Yourself to Clients
Professional and ethical introductions (2 mins)
Building Rapport
Creating trust and connection (4 mins)
Structuring a Session
Planning effective counselling sessions (8 mins)
Ending a 60-Minute Session
Closing sessions with clarity (3 mins)
Homework in Counselling
Using between-session tasks well (5 mins)
Client Follow-Ups
Maintaining long-term therapeutic relationships (3 mins)
Conclusion
Key takeaways and next steps (1 min)
Do’s & Don’ts in Online Counselling
Best practices for virtual therapy sessions (6 mins)
Do’s & Don’ts in In-Person Counselling
Professional conduct in face-to-face sessions (5 mins)
Essential Counselling Apps
Tools every counsellor should know (1 min)
Building Your Counselling Centre
Steps to start and structure your practice (5 mins)
Module Conclusion
Summary and key takeaways (2 mins)
Honesty in the First Session
How transparent a counsellor should be initially (6 mins)
When the Client Only Speaks
Handling talkative clients and timely interventions (6 mins)
Intervention in the First Session
When and how to introduce techniques early (19 mins)
Gap Between Sessions
Deciding the ideal number of days between sessions (14 mins)
Maintaining Counsellor Notes
Best practices for session documentation (2 mins)
When a Client Doesn’t Show Up
Handling no-shows professionally and ethically (3 mins)
Module Conclusion
Key learning summary and closure (1 min)
Handling Resistant Clients
Approaches to manage resistance and non-cooperation (4 mins)
When Clients Interrupt Often
Setting boundaries without breaking rapport (3 mins)
Clients Who Don’t Open Up
Techniques to build safety and trust (4 mins)
Clients Forced Into Therapy
Working with unwilling or referred clients (3 mins)
Managing Crying Clients
Supporting emotional release effectively (3 mins)
Handling Very Silent Clients
Encouraging expression without pressure (4 mins)
Module Conclusion
Key insights and practical takeaways (1 min)
Setting Boundaries With Clients
Creating clear and ethical professional limits (5 mins)
Handling Personal Questions
Responding professionally without over-disclosure (3 mins)
When Clients Develop Feelings
Managing emotional attachment ethically (3 mins)
Referring Clients to Another Professional
Knowing when and how to refer appropriately (3 mins)
Module Conclusion
Boundary best practices and key takeaways (1 min)
Planning Client Progress
Tracking goals and measuring therapeutic growth (6 mins)
Assessing Readiness for Termination
Identifying when therapy goals are met (4 mins)
Handling Environmental Influences
Addressing external factors affecting the client (5 mins)
Managing Client Emotional Overload
Staying grounded during intense emotional sessions (3 mins)
Coping With Therapist Emotional Impact
Preventing burnout during frequent client work (4 mins)
Module Conclusion
Client-centered best practices summary (1 min)
Defining Your Therapy Niche
Identifying your strengths and specialization (5 mins)
Early Career Experiences
Understanding challenges in initial practice (4 mins)
Building a Client Base
Attracting clients as a beginner therapist (4 mins)
Financial Reality of Counselling
Setting expectations about income growth (4 mins)
Choosing the Right Therapy Approach
Matching techniques to client needs (5 mins)
Continuing Learning in Therapy
Resources for advancing clinical skills (5 mins)
Selecting the Right Certifications
Picking certifications aligned with your niche (5 mins)
Course Conclusion
Key takeaways and next steps in your counselling journey (3 mins)
Meet Your Instructor

Geeta Subramanian

With a Master’s in Counselling Psychology and certifications in addiction management and community mental health, Geeta brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Art Therapy course. She uses an eclectic approach, combining Art Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to create a personalized, healing environment for her clients. Geeta specializes in helping individuals overcome self-esteem issues, trauma, OCD, and addiction, using creative expression to foster emotional resilience and growth.

Vandana S

Vandana S is the Lead Counsellor and Founder, with over 5+ years of experience in counselling and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology. Through her expertise, she has contributed to developing impactful counselling courses, including specialized counselling and guidance courses and practical therapy course programs.

She integrates Art Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Expressive Arts Therapy. Her sessions are known for their creativity, warmth, and practicality, using art as a powerful tool to help clients process trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges.

Vandana’s modern and adaptable approach ensures that therapy techniques are simple, actionable, and empowering—making her methods highly effective for learners enrolling in counselling and therapy-based training programs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Anyone interested in learning counselling skills, psychology, or therapy concepts like ACT, DBT, expressive arts can enroll. These courses are suitable for students, working professionals, educators, and individuals who want personal or professional growth.

Yes, all courses are designed to be beginner-friendly while still offering valuable insights for those with prior knowledge in psychology or counselling.

Live courses offer real-time interaction with trainers, while recorded courses allow you to learn at your own pace with lifetime access to the content.

Yes, a certificate of completion is provided after successfully finishing the course, which can support your academic or professional profile.

Yes, all courses are fully online and accessible from anywhere in India, making learning flexible and convenient. Some courses can be done in hybrid mode as well if you are located in Bangalore.

Yes, the courses focus on real-world application through examples, activities, and case-based learning to help you understand concepts deeply.

These courses build a strong foundation in counselling and therapy principles, which can support further studies or career paths in mental health and wellness.

Each course is flexible and self-paced, allowing you to learn according to your schedule without pressure.

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