Person-Centred Counselling Course (Certification Program)

Aristotle argued that virtue is the only path to effective action. When people have a positive outlook on life and other people, they lead fulfilling lives. Virtuous people see life clearly, make rational decisions, and judge well. Aristotle suggests some questions we can consider in order to test our character as counsellors. (Video 1 of 2).

Aristotle argued that virtue is the only path to effective action. When people have a positive outlook on life and other people, they lead fulfilling lives. Virtuous people see life clearly, make rational decisions, and judge well. Aristotle suggests some questions we can consider in order to test our character as counsellors. (Video 2 of 2).

In this video lecture, Kain discusses the three Greek terms that describe how we see and perceive as human beings. Thea = Greek for unconsidered observation. Theorei (Greek) = to observe intently looking for a reasonable explanation. Horao (Greek) To perceive and believe without personal bias or prejudice. (Video 1 of 2).

In this video lecture, Kain discusses the three Greek terms that describe how we see and perceive as human beings. Thea = Greek for unconsidered observation. Theorei (Greek) = to observe intently looking for a reasonable explanation. Horao (Greek) To perceive and believe without personal bias or prejudice. (Video 2 of 2).

In the right circumstances, the mind can be a valuable ally or a troublesome foe. The majority of people have difficulty managing their minds. Learning how the mind works can be the first step towards mastering it. There are three states of the human mind: the Reasonable Mind, the Emotional Mind, and the Wise Mind. We all possess these qualities, but most people operate most of the time in a certain one.

A person suffers distress when their emotional needs are unmet or when their resources are misused. Counselors help their clients understand their unmet needs and empower them to meet them by activating their natural resources in an empowered way. In the first place, we need to learn what clients' deepest needs are. (1 of 3 parts).

A person suffers distress when their emotional needs are unmet or when their resources are misused. Counselors help their clients understand their unmet needs and empower them to meet them by activating their natural resources in an empowered way. In the first place, we need to learn what clients' deepest needs are. (2nd of 3 parts).

A person suffers distress when their emotional needs are unmet or when their resources are misused. Counselors help their clients understand their unmet needs and empower them to meet them by activating their natural resources in an empowered way. In the first place, we need to learn what clients' deepest needs are. (3rd of 3 parts).

What could be more important than understanding our story and how it shapes us into the people we are today? According to attachment research, understanding our past is the best predictor of how we will shape our future. Our history is re-written for us when we don't understand it, leading to countless re-encounters of old hurts. (Part 1 of 2).

What could be more important than understanding our story and how it shapes us into the people we are today? According to attachment research, understanding our past is the best predictor of how we will shape our future. Our history is re-written for us when we don't understand it, leading to countless re-encounters of old hurts. (Part 2 of 2).

What you feel, how you act, and how you behave in life are all the results of the past experiences you've had? What if all your life experiences so far have had a profound impact on your life right now (including those that seem irrelevant or insignificant)? This video contains an enlightening exercise; How Present is your Past?

Social cognition is a special type of knowledge that allows us to understand other people and their behavior. It's also critical for predicting the meaning behind everyday speech, because there are many nuances we often miss when trying to read between the lines. This video offers an introduction into understanding different types of people!

The teaching in this video ties together the meanings from the story told in the previous lecture and the core conditions as initially laid out by Carl Rogers when he defined the key elements that must be in place for a counselling relationship to remain a healthy environment that promotes growth.

The term presupposition implies a preceding condition that is necessary to comprehend what follows. How do we determine what presumptions of counseling are appropriate? How do we ensure our counselling practice makes the impact it is intended to make? In this video, we explore presuppositions that surround person-centered counselling. (Part 1 of 2)

The term presupposition implies a preceding condition that is necessary to comprehend what follows. How do we determine what presumptions of counseling are appropriate? How do we ensure our counselling practice makes the impact it is intended to make? In this video, we explore presuppositions that surround person-centered counselling. (Part 2 of 2)

How we see the world depends on our core beliefs. An individual's core beliefs can be defined as their view of the world, of themselves, and of the future. Different people interpret interactions differently depending on their core beliefs. If you believe you can, you can! If you believe you can't, you can't! Kain will explore this idea in the following videos. (Part 1 of 3)

How we see the world depends on our core beliefs. An individual's core beliefs can be defined as their view of the world, of themselves, and of the future. Different people interpret interactions differently depending on their core beliefs. If you believe you can, you can! If you believe you can't, you can't! Kain will explore this idea in the following videos. (Part 2 of 3)

How we see the world depends on our core beliefs. An individual's core beliefs can be defined as their view of the world, of themselves, and of the future. Different people interpret interactions differently depending on their core beliefs. If you believe you can, you can! If you believe you can't, you can't! Kain will explore this idea in the following videos. (Part 3 of 3)

Who or what is the self? Is there one 'self' within every person, or are we made up of many different selves? Initially, most people would say there is only one "self" when faced with this question. Let us explore some essential ideas around the psychology of self. (Part 1 of 3)

Who or what is the self? Is there one 'self' within every person, or are we made up of many different selves? Initially, most people would say there is only one "self" when faced with this question. Let us explore some essential ideas around the psychology of self. (Part 2 of 3)

Who or what is the self? Is there one 'self' within every person, or are we made up of many different selves? Initially, most people would say there is only one "self" when faced with this question. Let us explore some essential ideas around the psychology of self. (Part 3 of 3)

This video will explain the components of a therapeutic relationship, which don't differ too much from what's necessary to connect effectively with anyone. (Part 1 of 2).

This video will explain the components of a therapeutic relationship, which don't differ too much from what's necessary to connect effectively with anyone. (Part 2 of 2).

Freud believed that our conscious minds are all that we are aware of. Freud believed the unconscious still determines our behavior, despite our unawareness of thoughts, feelings, urges, and emotions. Consciousness can only access things hidden in the unconscious if they are disguised. These ideas will be explained in more detail in this video.

One of Freud's most enduring and essential ideas was that the human psyche (personality) has more than one aspect. According to Freud, the mind is divided into three parts, the id, ego, and superego, which all develop at different stages of life. It's important to note these are NOT part of the brain, or in any way physical. This video will explain more.

Freud (1894, 1896) mentions ego defenses throughout his writings. Many other experts have since added more types of ego defences. Our defence mechanisms act as unconscious strategies to protect ourselves from feelings of fear or guilt, which occur when we feel threatened or when our id and superego become overly demanding. (Part 1 of 3)

Freud (1894, 1896) mentions ego defenses throughout his writings. Many other experts have since added more types of ego defences. Our defence mechanisms act as unconscious strategies to protect ourselves from feelings of fear or guilt, which occur when we feel threatened or when our id and superego become overly demanding. (Part 2 of 3)

Freud (1894, 1896) mentions ego defenses throughout his writings. Many other experts have since added more types of ego defences. Our defence mechanisms act as unconscious strategies to protect ourselves from feelings of fear or guilt, which occur when we feel threatened or when our id and superego become overly demanding. (Part 3 of 3)

We will cover all of the core ideas that we have looked at so far in this video, and treat sections one and two of the training course as the foundation on which the remainder of this course will stand.

“There is no cure and no improvement of the world without starting with the individual himself.” – Carl Jung This notion of self-development, according to Jung, is based on the idea that self-awareness is the key to all positive human endeavour and interaction. In this video, Kain will ask a few provoking questions for you to reflect upon.

Most people live within (or very close to) their comfort zones. They'll use self-evaluations to justify their behavior rather than change it. Considering that change often engenders fear, insecurities and other awkward feelings, this is not surprising. As a counsellor, it's essential we learn how to 'check yourself' before you potentially transfer any of your own inaccurate self-perceptions onto those you eventually work with. (Part 1 of 2)

Most people live within (or very close to) their comfort zones. They'll use self-evaluations to justify their behavior rather than change it. Considering that change often engenders fear, insecurities and other awkward feelings, this is not surprising. As a counsellor, it's essential we learn how to 'check yourself' before you potentially transfer any of your own inaccurate self-perceptions onto those you eventually work with. (Part 1 of 2)

When listening to someone else speak, it's common for people to be formulating a reply while the other person is still talking. This and other types of ineffective listening lead to misunderstandings and a breakdown in communication. As counselling practitioners, we certainly need to know what these unhelpful communication roadblocks are. (Part 1 of 3)

When listening to someone else speak, it's common for people to be formulating a reply while the other person is still talking. This and other types of ineffective listening lead to misunderstandings and a breakdown in communication. As counselling practitioners, we certainly need to know what these unhelpful communication roadblocks are. (Part 2 of 3)

When listening to someone else speak, it's common for people to be formulating a reply while the other person is still talking. This and other types of ineffective listening lead to misunderstandings and a breakdown in communication. As counselling practitioners, we certainly need to know what these unhelpful communication roadblocks are. (Part 3 of 3)

The model presented in the following videos is an adaptation from Larry Crabbs contribution towards Christian counselling. In many of Crabbs' books, he asserts that counselling is a relationship between people who care and its goal is to equip people to exercise authenticity and personal freedom. This video explores the L. Crabb counselling model. (Part 1 of 3)

The model presented in the following videos is an adaptation from Larry Crabbs contribution towards Christian counselling. In many of Crabbs' books, he asserts that counselling is a relationship between people who care and its goal is to equip people to exercise authenticity and personal freedom. This video explores the L. Crabb counselling model. (Part 2 of 3)

The model presented in the following videos is an adaptation from Larry Crabbs contribution towards Christian counselling. In many of Crabbs' books, he asserts that counselling is a relationship between people who care and its goal is to equip people to exercise authenticity and personal freedom. This video explores the L. Crabb counselling model. (Part 3 of 3)

This lecture is designed to help students better understand and interact with people. Understanding people requires that we draw insight from other cultures and encourage those who are different from us to bring upon and share their experiences. Every attempt to help people must first begin with an effort to understand people

Life and death are two sides of the same coin. Life is the part which exists between birth and death of a human being. Every person has a particular role to play when they come on the stage of the world and depart after their purpose is over. Have you ever considered what life and death mean to you? It's very possible that many counselling clients won't have done so.

It’s not uncommon to struggle with motivation. For most people, motivation is fleeting; it comes, then goes and leaves people forever longing for more. But how might people experience life differently if they only understood the difference between positive and negative motivation? (Part 1 of 2)

It’s not uncommon to struggle with motivation. For most people, motivation is fleeting; it comes, then goes and leaves people forever longing for more. But how might people experience life differently if they only understood the difference between positive and negative motivation? (Part 2 of 2)

In theory, evidence-informed practice makes perfect sense. Sometimes an approach will make sense to us on a rational 'head' level, but not regarding the practical application of it. The challenge we all have as practising (or aspiring) counsellors are putting theory into practice. Here, we'll look at how to start putting principles into practice. (Part 1 of 2)

In theory, evidence-informed practice makes perfect sense. Sometimes an approach will make sense to us on a rational 'head' level, but not regarding the practical application of it. The challenge we all have as practising (or aspiring) counsellors are putting theory into practice. Here, we'll look at how to start putting principles into practice. (Part 1 of 2)

In this demonstration deconstruction, Kain and Karen will have a discussion about any insights Karen gained from being guided through the previous demonstration

The reality we experience each day is mostly determined by what happens inside our heads. This means that everyone can experience a given situation differently. It’s our subjective perceptions that determine how we view everything we experience. We often manipulate information to create our reality, based on our beliefs and past experiences. (Part 1 of 2)

The reality we experience each day is mostly determined by what happens inside our heads. This means that everyone can experience a given situation differently. It’s our subjective perceptions that determine how we view everything we experience. We often manipulate information to create our reality, based on our beliefs and past experiences. (Part 2 of 2)

Modern counselling and forms of psychotherapy provide clients with options for addressing different kinds of psychological distress. This section provides some background on a few of the different types of counselling and psychotherapy available today.

For many people, Counselling is an invitation to explore a philosophical way of looking at life with its inevitable emphasis on goals, values and virtues. An attempt to separate reflective practice from attributes would lead to an impoverished image of counselling. In this video we discuss the philosophical underpinnings of counselling practice.

Martin Buber is well-known for his book 'I and Thou' his philosophy of dialogue. Buber viewed human existence as grounded in relationships. However, in spite of his view of humans being mainly relational, his ideas have ironically received little attention in family theory and research. In this video, we will take a closer look at Buber.

Humanism is the school of psychological thinking which advocates the notion that all people have the capacity to grow, mature and develop in responsibility and character. This means that all patterns of emotion and behaviour can be modified by those who are ready to mature as human beings. Let’s explore the conditions necessary for this to happen. Part 1 of 2.

Humanism is the school of psychological thinking which advocates the notion that all people have the capacity to grow, mature and develop in responsibility and character. This means that all patterns of emotion and behaviour can be modified by those who are ready to mature as human beings. Let’s explore the conditions necessary for this to happen. Part 2 of 2.

A. Maslow's hierarchy is a motivational theory in psychology comprising a five-tier model of human needs, often depicted as hierarchical levels within a pyramid. Maslow (1943, 1954) stated that people are motivated to achieve specific needs and that some needs take precedence over others. This video explains this model in detail. (Part 1 of 2)

A. Maslow's hierarchy is a motivational theory in psychology comprising a five-tier model of human needs, often depicted as hierarchical levels within a pyramid. Maslow (1943, 1954) stated that people are motivated to achieve specific needs and that some needs take precedence over others. This video explains this model in detail. (Part 2 of 2)

Reflecting on and identifying core values can be a valuable exercise for us, as counsellors, and our clients to invest time into. A wise man once said that we'll never understand the reasons why people do and say the things they do until we know the reasons why we say and do the things we do for ourselves.

Transactional Analysis is a tool for positive change and growth. It can be used in therapy for the individual concerned or on a more surface level for problem-solving in everyday life. TA is the study of how people learn specific behaviours from others, then continue to play them out in their adult lives. In this video, we'll unpack and explore the TA concept of Ego States.

The personality for Transactional Analysis, for Berne, is based on the recognition of three entirely different ego states, explicitly called the Parent, Adult and Child. An ego state for Berne is: ‘a system of feelings accompanied by a related set of behaviour patterns.’ This video explores the relevance of this idea to our everyday life (or that of others).

Ego states are a pattern of thinking, feeling and behaviour. Berne’s tripartite model is an explanation of three main events that happen to all of us - childhood, the development of rational, logical thinking and exposure to parental or significant others’ influence. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the demonstration that was previously carried out with Karen.

Countertransference, which occurs when a therapist transfers emotions to a person in therapy, is often a reaction to transference, a phenomenon in which the person in treatment redirects some feelings they have for another person onto the therapist. The parallel process is when a therapist becomes fully involved in his client's story for relatability reasons.

In this video, Kain remains on the theme of Phenomenology and the transactional analysis approach to therapy, and shares a few metaphoric stories to demonstrate how we can all fall victim to harsh judgements and inaccurate misconceptions.

Moving from point A to point B when moving forward in life or quitting a compulsive habit can be easier for some and naturally harder for others. As counsellors, if we understand the typical stages of change, we can encourage our clients about 'where they are' as they continue putting effort into the changes they envision themselves making. (Part 1 of 2)

Moving from point A to point B when moving forward in life or quitting a compulsive habit can be easier for some and naturally harder for others. As counsellors, if we understand the typical stages of change, we can encourage our clients about 'where they are' as they continue putting effort into the changes they envision themselves making. (Part 2 of 2)

It’s OK to depend on someone else some of the time. In healthy relationships, two people comfortably rely on the other person for support, understanding, and help. The presence of each other adds something positive to both lives. In fact, a more proper name could be interdependency, and this is a very good thing. This video explores. (Part 1 of 2)

It’s OK to depend on someone else some of the time. In healthy relationships, two people comfortably rely on the other person for support, understanding, and help. The presence of each other adds something positive to both lives. In fact, a more proper name could be interdependency, and this is a very good thing. This video explores. (Part 1 of 2)

Who are you? Have you ever considered what the honest answer is to that question? In the middle of the night, when you are alone, how would you define 'you'? This is an important consideration because when life gets 'seemingly' out of control, and our centre has been lost, there must be a a unique reference point to which we return. (Part 1 of 2)

Who are you? Have you ever considered what the honest answer is to that question? In the middle of the night, when you are alone, how would you define 'you'? This is an important consideration because when life gets 'seemingly' out of control, and our centre has been lost, there must be a unique reference point to which we return. (Part 2 of 2)

The most important information we can use to read a person, is that person's behaviour. Words lie, but behaviours don't. People's behaviours are the only thing we as counselling practitioners can observe. Anything else is mind reading. We cannot enter the other person's mind, and it is, therefore, essential to calibrate on behaviour.

Counselling theory is the foundation and framework for any practice. Applying theory in an instructional design environment is crucial to ensure that learning occurs and can be assessed and measured. This video contains a demonstration session.

This video discussion is in response to the exercise that was carried out in the previous lecture's demonstration. Prepare yourself to take plenty of notes!

We know self-awareness is important, but how do you develop it? And, what’s the use? This video will offer some important introspection questions for you to consider. (Part 1 of 2.)

We know self-awareness is important, but how do you develop it? And, what’s the use? This video will offer some important introspection questions for you to consider. (Part 2 of 2.)

Thoughts exert a powerful influence on your life. Uninvestigated thoughts provide the emotional fuel for anger, anxiety, depression and unhealthy behaviours. It is wise to regularly investigate our thoughts, to ask ourselves whether they line up with what is helpful for us.

Thoughts exert a powerful influence on our life. It's wise to regularly investigate our thoughts and ask ourselves whether they line up with what is helpful for us. In this video Kain will demonstrate a model we can use for evaluating the calibre of a person's thought life.

For decades, the human brain has been compared to a computer and the only way the human experience can unfold is from the inside-out. No exceptions. The system only works one way. And the clarity of our seeing this underpins the way in which we handle every situation in our lives. This video contains a cognitive model taken from CBT.

People often believe that the emotions they experience are determined by external events they have no control over. If we become aware of the process that links an external situation to our emotional responses, we can acknowledge the steps between what happens outside of us, and what consequently happens on the inside of us. This video is part 1 of 2 videos.

People often believe that the emotions they experience are determined by external events they have no control over. If we become aware of the process that links an external situation to our emotional responses, we can acknowledge the steps between what happens outside of us, and what consequently happens on the inside of us. This video is part 2 of 2 videos.

The ABC Model is one of the most famous cognitive behavioural therapy techniques for analysing our thoughts, behaviours and emotions. CBT works on the assumption that your beliefs influence your emotions and your behaviour and that by identifying and addressing problematic thoughts you can help to change your behaviour and experiences for the better.

Beliefs and Thoughts have an impact on how you feel and how you feel influences what you choose to do. If the thoughts are irrational, they can trigger, amplify and maintain uncomfortable emotions. It is very useful to know how to dispute inaccurate beliefs as counselling practitioners.

“Men are disturbed not by things, but by the views which they take of them.” - Epictetus, 1st century A.D. In this video, Kain will demonstrate how to dispute those inaccurate beliefs that impact our clients in an unhelpful way.

Cognitive distortions are just ways that our mind convinces us of something that isn't true. These inaccurate thoughts are usually used to reinforce negative thinking or emotions - telling ourselves things that sound rational and accurate, but only serve to keep us feeling bad about ourselves. Part 1 of 2.

Cognitive distortions are just ways that our mind convinces us of something that isn't true. These inaccurate thoughts are usually used to reinforce negative thinking or emotions - telling ourselves things that sound rational and accurate, but only serve to keep us feeling bad about ourselves. Part 2 of 2.

In order to understand an emotion, we must become reflective (and self-aware) enough to be able to identify its initial cause - for every cause there is an effect. This principle can provide us with invaluable insights into every part of our experience as human beings. In this video, we’ll explore the natural order of human emotions - get ready to take notes!

It is crucial that counselors have effective communication skills, which include active listening, clarification, reflection, and practical questioning. In counselling, individuals can express their thoughts and feelings in a secure and confidential environment. Counsellors are trained to listen with empathy (by putting themselves in other peoples shoes).

A doctor cannot be a good doctor unless he/she fully comprehends what it is like to be a patient, and similarly, a counsellor cannot be a good counsellor until he/she has been the recipient of counselling. In the next two videos, we explain the ten-stage process of working with counselees. This video is the first of two parts

A doctor cannot be a good doctor unless he/she fully comprehends what it is like to be a patient, and similarly, a counsellor cannot be a good counsellor until he/she has been the recipient of counselling. In the next two videos, we explain the ten-stage process of working with counselees. This video is the second of two parts

Phase 1 of the counselling process is about building trust and helping a client assess their situation and focus on a chosen issue. In this phase, we assist a client in identifying, clarifying, and assessing their problems and opportunities. As part of this phase, the client establishes priorities and develops action plans to implement productive strategies.

We can define demonstration as "a skilled performance”, showing precisely how it should and could be done on the job". It's a time old way of teaching, and one based on common sense. It's one area of teaching and learning where common sense, research and theory converge. This video shows a demonstration of Phase 1 in process. (Part 1 of 2)

We can define demonstration as "a skilled performance”, showing precisely how it should and could be done on the job". It's a time old way of teaching, and one based on common sense. It's one area of teaching and learning where common sense, research and theory converge. This video shows a demonstration of Phase 1 in process. (Part 2 of 2)

Relationship skills are the foundation for appropriate engagement with peers and mentors. Because these skills are all interdependent and build on each other, it is important that instruction follows a systematic approach. There are several characteristics that make up good, healthy working relationships which we discuss in this teaching.

Conversational chunking is a helpful communication skill that can be used to lead people out of low-level and destructive thinking patterns, or, guide people into a naturally more reflective and contemplative state. Knowing how to integrate chunking into your communications is the same as knowing how to positively influence others.

When you have the ability to synchronize chunking into your communication, you also have the ability to influence others in a positive way. The video shows Kain, who is demonstrating Conversation Chunking with Karen.

Silence can be a discomfort for many people, which influences our use of silence and how we react to it. Many new counsellors are uncomfortable with pauses; they rush to fill the gaps. Person-centred counselling involves listening to silences and to words and sitting with them. This can be helpful to facilitating the counselling session.

It is easy to get caught up in the activities of day-to-day life and to leave little time for self-reflection in today's busy world. However, self-reflection is an integral part of what makes a good counsellor, and can prove highly valuable to your clients in the future.

Being able to put yourself in someone else's shoes both intellectually and emotionally is the key to empathy. Empathy is the emotional process that builds connection between people. It is a state of perceiving and relating to another person's feelings and needs without blaming them, giving advice or trying to fix their situation. Here we ask you some questions.

A good icebreaker can help you make a great first impression with a new client or get a counselling session off to a great start with an existing client. Poor icebreakers, however, can be disastrous. How can you start meaningful conversations with someone new and avoid embarrassment or awkward silences? Let’s explore starting healthy discussions.

We will be watching a demonstration that Kain will carry out in this video, in which he will highlight an extremely practical approach into initiating new conversations with people.

In counseling, the Exploration stage aims to build rapport with your client, gather information about the situation at hand, and experience emotions. What we as a counselor hope to accomplish in this stage is to basically build a relationship and trust with our client. In this video, Kain will carry out a demonstration with Karen. (Part 1 of 2.)

In counseling, the Exploration stage aims to build rapport with your client, gather information about the situation at hand, and experience emotions. What we as a counselor hope to accomplish in this stage is to basically build a relationship and trust with our client. In this video, Kain will carry out a demonstration with Karen. (Part 2 of 2.)

What we hope to accomplish in the Exploration Phase is simply getting the client to the point where they see their problem, why it’s a problem, and that they can change it. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the demonstration that was previously carried out with Karen.

The Adlerian therapist assists individuals in understanding their thoughts, drives, and emotions. By learning new insights, and behaviors, people can develop a more productive way of life. With the Adlerian approach, the goal is to replace the client's harmful beliefs and behaviors with tools that will enhance their confidence and social competence. (Part 1 of 2.)

The Adlerian therapist assists individuals in understanding their thoughts, drives, and emotions. By learning new insights, and behaviors, people can develop a more productive way of life. With the Adlerian approach, the goal is to replace the client's harmful beliefs and behaviors with tools that will enhance their confidence and social competence. (Part 2 of 2.)

The purpose of Phase 2 is to help people gain a more objective understanding of their situation. In actuality, the more truth we bring into our lives by veering from our narrow perspective, which can be defined as a cognitive model, the more we reduce our ignorance and enrich our lives in general. (1st of 2 parts.)

The purpose of Phase 2 is to help people gain a more objective understanding of their situation. In actuality, the more truth we bring into our lives by veering from our narrow perspective, which can be defined as a cognitive model, the more we reduce our ignorance and enrich our lives in general. (2nd of 2 parts.)

Closed-ended questions can usually be answered with a simple "yes" or "no," while open-ended questions require more thought and more than one-word answers. During the counselling process, closed-ended questions are commonly used to elicit a quick response, while open-ended questions are used to initiate a conversation.

As Kain and Karen discuss open and closed questions, they consider how this has historically affected their relationship.

Socratic questioning is a form of disciplined questioning that can be used to explore complex ideas, to get to the truth of things, to open up issues and problems, to uncover assumptions, to analyse concepts or to follow out logical consequences of thought. Socratic questioning is based on the foundation that thinking has structured logic, and allows underlying beliefs to be questioned.

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Changing irrational thinking requires cognitive restructuring. The Socratic method encourages this. A therapist uses Socratic questioning to probe a client's irrational thoughts. When clients learn that their thoughts are irrational, they can question them. Socratic Questioning is demonstrated in this video. (Part 1 of 2.)

Changing irrational thinking requires cognitive restructuring. The Socratic method encourages this. A therapist uses Socratic questioning to probe a client's irrational thoughts. When clients learn that their thoughts are irrational, they can question them. Socratic Questioning is demonstrated in this video. (Part 1 of 2.)

You may have noticed that Socratic questioning takes a bit longer, but its open nature encourages a person to share more information and come to their own conclusions, which helps with their understanding and belief in the shift in their thinking. The demonstration that Kain carried out previously with Karen will be deconstructed in this video.

Change is not always what we expect. Changing our behavior is more than simply feeling better. The truth must be faced internally. We don’t have to pretend that our struggles are a thing of the past when they aren’t. In the process, our clients are able to evaluate themselves holistically from the inside out.

Sample Session: Integrating Theory and Practice. Simple examples of counseling sessions are provided for you to see how techniques and theories work together. Karen will participate with Kain in this demonstration of the Phase 2 LCB Model. The first of three parts.

Sample Session: Integrating Theory and Practice. Simple examples of counseling sessions are provided for you to see how techniques and theories work together. Karen will participate with Kain in this demonstration of the Phase 2 LCB Model. The second of three parts.

Sample Session: Integrating Theory and Practice. Simple examples of counseling sessions are provided for you to see how techniques and theories work together. Karen will participate with Kain in this demonstration of the Phase 2 LCB Model. The third of three parts.

In this video, a conversation takes place, to discuss and evaluate the outcomes of the counselling session that was demonstrated in the previous sample session.

There are five distinct levels at which we all listen. Listening well to our counselling clients (and everyone else in our life) will have a significant impact on how much other people trust us and, therefore, will be willing to open up to us and be honest with us. As important as your actual listening skills is how you are perceived as a listener.

Skilled Helpers must be able to listen actively. A process that involves paying attention to non-verbal and verbal communications of a person (non-verbal communication includes body language, expression, reactions, etc.). This video is part 1 of 2.

Skilled Helpers must be able to listen actively. A process that involves paying attention to non-verbal and verbal communications of a person (non-verbal communication includes body language, expression, reactions, etc.). This video is part 2 of 2.

Developing the skill of listening can be of benefit to all of us. Being a good listener is a good way to increase our productivity, as well as our ability to influence, persuade, and negotiate with others. For the counselling process to be fruitful, all of these factors must be present!

People usually set goals for self-improvement (changing bad habits, being healthier, etc. ), improving relationships, and for personal growth. Often, setting goals is a substantial part of the overall counselling process. In this video, we discuss the importance of goal setting.

Integrating Theory and Practice: A Sample Session. Examples of counseling sessions are presented here to illustrate how techniques and theories interact. This video demonstrates how Phase 3 Goal Setting is carried out between Kain and Karen. This video is Part 1 of 2.

Integrating Theory and Practice: A Sample Session. Examples of counseling sessions are presented here to illustrate how techniques and theories interact. This video demonstrates how Phase 3 Goal Setting is carried out between Kain and Karen. This video is Part 2 of 2.

In Phase 3, our goal is to turn good intentions into results, so we must help our clients set realistic, practical, and achievable goals. Make sure your objectives are specific and measurable so you can tell when the counselee has accomplished them. This video introduces a helpful self-reflection exercise for your consideration.

As a person who interacts in a giving-out manner, it's imperative that you first set up a relationship of support, or a relationship of accountability, with someone more experienced or knowledgeable than you are. This is a good way to ensure that your practice of counselling remains healthy and objective.

In the beginning of a counselling relationship, there is often discussion about contracting, creating safe boundaries, and making sure the clients know what to expect in the sessions, but it is equally important to think about the end.

We now move on to the demonstration portion of the course. Within the next 6 hours, you will have the chance to observe two sets of 3 counselling sessions being conducted between Kain and Becka, followed by Kain and Laurie. These counselling sessions have been made available for students to benefit within this course at Becka's and Laurie's consent.

You are now going to get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in real counselling sessions. This video is an introduction to the following range of demonstration sessions that Kain will carry out with Laurie and Becca.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 1. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 1. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 1. Part 3 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 1. Part 4 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 1. Part 1 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Becca.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 2. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 2. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 2. Part 3 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 2. Part 4 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 2. Part 5 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Becca.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 3. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 3. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 3. Part 3 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 3. Part 4 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session with ‘Becca’. The Becca Sessions. Phase 3. Part 5 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Becca.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 1. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 1. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 1. Part 3 of 5.

The Laurie Sessions. Phase 1. Part 4 of 5.

Counselling Practitioner Certificate (Beginner to Advanced)

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 1. Part 5 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Laurie

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 2. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 2. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 2. Part 3 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 2. Part 4 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 2. Part 2 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Laurie.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 3. Part 1 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 3. Part 2 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 3. Part 3 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 3. Part 4 of 5.

You get to be a "fly-on-the-wall" in a real counselling session and watch Kain interact with ‘Laurie’. The Laurie Sessions. Phase 3. Part 5 of 5. In this video, Kain will deconstruct the session demonstration that was previously carried out with Laurie.

After watching Kain interact with both 'Laurie' and 'Becca' in six ‘live’ counselling sessions, we have come to the end of the demonstration section of the study. It's important to note that not all counseling sessions follow the same process - how well a counsellor and client get along will determine how directed or undirected the session is.

In all of our Academy of Modern Applied Psychology related training courses, we like to leave students with a list of books that they can choose to invest into for their ongoing study and personal development. Remember, these are only suggestions for further reading, so please don't feel restricted to only reading what we recommend!

Congratulations on reaching the end of your course! To celebrate your achievement, you can access your well-earned certificate of completion. Simply visit the additional resources tab in your course portal to download your certificate and share it with pride. This certificate not only marks the culmination of this course but also highlights your determination to grow and succeed.

It's always exciting to complete a course and take the first steps towards mastering new skills. However, learning is an ongoing process, and there is always more knowledge to gain and ways to apply it. Here are some possible next steps you can take after completing this course: