Counseling Skills : Become Confident Helping Professionals

Learn essential counseling techniques, active listening, empathy, and practice to support others effectively

What you'll learn

Core counseling skills such as active listening, empathy, and reflection

How to establish trust and rapport with clients or individuals in need

The fundamentals of major counseling approaches

Techniques for managing stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation in clients

How to conduct an effective initial counseling session

Requirements

NO requirements or prerequisites

Description

Are you passionate about helping others and want to develop the confidence and skills to do it professionally and ethically? This course is designed to give you a strong foundation in practical counseling skills that you can use in coaching, support roles, teaching, or everyday life. Whether you're an aspiring counselor, a life coach, a teacher, or someone working in a helping profession, this training will empower you with tools to support others effectively.Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to build trust and rapport with others, actively listen without judgment, and ask powerful questions that encourage growth and reflection. You’ll explore essential counseling techniques drawn from person-centered therapy, and solution-focused approaches. These methods are taught in a simple, accessible way—perfect for beginners or non-clinical practitioners.You’ll also learn how to manage emotional conversations, maintain healthy boundaries, and practice with empathy and professionalism. The course includes guidance on supporting individuals through stress, anxiety, grief, or personal challenges, and shows you how to develop your own emotional awareness and resilience as a helping professional.This course is ideal for anyone looking to improve their communication, deepen their ability to support others, or begin a journey into the field of counseling. Enroll today and take the first step toward becoming a more confident, skilled, and compassionate helping professional.

Overview

Section 1: 1. What is Counselling

Lecture 1 What is Counselling

Lecture 2 Consultation vs Counselling

Lecture 3 The Role of a Counsellor

Lecture 4 Ethics and Considerations

Lecture 5 Boundaries and Confidentiality

Section 2: Types of Counselling Approaches

Lecture 6 Types of Counselling Approaches

Lecture 7 Person-Centered Counselling

Lecture 8 Psychodynamic Counselling

Lecture 9 Cognitive Behavioral Counselling

Lecture 10 Integrative Counselling Models

Life coaches and wellness practitioners looking to deepen their helping skills,Teachers, mentors, and youth workers who support others emotionally,Anyone interested in learning practical counseling techniques for personal or professional use,Individuals who want to better support friends, family, or community members