Welcome to the London Foundation Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy:

When you chose to train with us you will learn practical skills & the application of a wide range of counselling/therapy theories which can be used in your professional & personal life. This course will support you in making decisions about your future development whether in the caring professions or in whatever your chosen career pathway might be.

Training with us in integrative counselling can be a life changing & enhancing process. You will learn skills & abilities & be a member of a diverse collegial group.

FINAL CHANCE: APPLY NOW FOR THE JANUARY 2018 INTAKE...

LAST CALL FOR 2018! The introductory foundation course takes place in Central London over ten weekends across the calendar year. We are now taking final applications for the course commencing January 2018. Above: the class of 2017.
The Foundation course can be taken as a stand-alone qualification, or as a first step towards further qualification as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychosexual & relationship therapist.
The course takes place in the wonderful environment of the premises of Regent's University in Regent's Park, London.
This course is accredited by the National Council of Psychotherapists and is supported by the London Diploma in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy and also endorsed by The NAOS Institute
Above: the class of 2016. The London Foundation Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy is a course specifically designed to provide an introduction to counselling & psychotherapy skills and theories.
The course welcomes students from a diverse range of back grounds which reflects the ethos of the training and faculty. We provide a comprehensive overview of the main models of counselling and psychotherapy, and many students progress to a substantive training.

Apply Now for January 2018

2018 Applications: London Counselling Course

WE ARE NOW TAKING FINAL APPLICATIONS FOR THE COURSE COMMENCING JANUARY 2018.
Urgent application is now advised. Interviews will be arranged on an individual basis, following receipt of the application form and CV. Enquiries are always welcome without obligation: please feel free to contact the course director.
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Career Pathways

Qualification routes as a counsellor

For those who are determined, curious or intrigued regarding qualification for professional practice, we have put together a detailed chart and notes which are right here under Counselling & Psychotherapy Training Pathways.
If you have any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us. More Details

Why Choose Us?

Photograph of the London Counselling Course venue

This part-time one year course addresses the theoretical and the practical aspects of counselling & psychotherapy. Offering both practical skills and relevant theory, our high calibre faculty are all highly experienced practitioners & educators. Our training includes a module on working with relationship / couples & psychosexual issues.
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"This course has really solidified my desire to continue on the path to become a therapist. It has also helped me learn a lot about myself as a person and in general made me more aware of my own emotions as well as those of the people around me."
Fani Neophytou, 2016 graduate
"The best part of the year was learning about different modalities and how they can be used when working with clients. The tutors were really experienced and knew how to share their knowledge. I have learnt a lot, not only about theories but also about myself. Thank you!"
M.M., 2016 graduate
"This is the most engaging counselling course that I have participated in. It is unique due to enthusiastic ‘experts’ leading on their specialist subject area each week-end."
K.T. (Course Graduate)
"The course has far exceeded my expectations and I feel incredibly lucky to have experienced a training that has informed, challenged and enlightened me on both my personal and professional journey."
2014 Graduate
"Thank you again for a fantastic certificate course, as it is my experience on this course that has made me want to train as a therapist!"
E.P. (Course Graduate)