Counselling Therapist
A broad therapeutic foundation in counselling methodology, CBT principles and motivational interviewing (MI).
Currently offered in Swedish only. Teaching, course material and examinations for this course are in Swedish. For more information, contact us.
Overview
Course overview
Counselling therapy is a key method for supporting people in crisis, processing difficult emotions and building self-insight. This training gives you a structured foundation for working professionally with talk-based support in healthcare, schools and social work.
More and more people in healthcare, schools and social work want structured training to deepen their counselling skills. This course offers a broad therapeutic foundation, with particular focus on counselling methodology, psychological theories, CBT principles and motivational interviewing (MI).
The course suits anyone who wants to work professionally with talk-based support, whether in healthcare or other support settings. You learn through case formulation, treatment planning and practised conversations, and along the way you build a clearer sense of therapeutic stance, ethics and questions of responsibility.
The training runs entirely online with rolling admission, since life situations and professional needs differ so much. You choose part-time or full-time, at whatever pace suits you.
Your learning journey
From registration to certificate
Five steps towards a certificate as a counselling therapist – entirely online.
- Step 1RegistrationSubmit your application
- Step 2Sign-upWelcome & login
- Step 3StudiesCounselling methodology & theory
- Step 4ExaminationPractice sessions & tests
- Step 5CertificateCertified counselling therapist
Learning outcomes
What you will learn
- Understand fundamental principles in counselling therapy, including humanistic and cognitive perspectives.
- Structure and conduct counselling sessions using counselling methodology, MI, case formulation and treatment analysis.
- Identify common psychological difficulties and apply relevant counselling strategies – including elements from CBT and motivational interviewing.
- Develop a professional and empathetic approach and provide ethical and responsible talk-based support in various professional contexts.
Who takes this course
Who is the course for?
- Staff in healthcare, schools and social work
- Treatment assistants and support educators
- HR staff, managers, coaches and advisors
- Career changers with an interest in talk-based support
Quality assurance
Quality-assured training
Psyklinisk has been authorised by the Swedish Association for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (sfKBT) since 2021 for our Step 1 training. This course is not an authorised Step 1 programme, but it follows the same quality principles and is taught by the same clinicians.
- Focus on counselling methodology, MI and CBT principles
- Practical exercises, case formulation and role play
- Entirely online – part-time or full-time, flexible pace
Application
Eligibility & admission
Open the sections below for the eligibility requirements, selection criteria and financing options for the counselling therapist.
Eligibility requirementsWhat you need to meet in order to apply
- Approved proficiency in Swedish (spoken and written).
- Basic knowledge of English for course literature.
- Access to a stable internet connection and your own computer, tablet or mobile device.
Admission criteriaHow we assess your application
- No formal entry requirements – rolling admission.
- Professional experience in counselling, healthcare or social work is an advantage but not a requirement.
FinancingInterest-free instalments, right of withdrawal & career transition support
Interest-free instalments
Psyklinisk offers interest-free instalments to all students and employers. You choose between several payment plans, from shorter arrangements to considerably longer ones, and we adapt the number of instalments to your situation. For longer payment plans a small invoicing and administration fee may apply. Contact us and we'll go through the options that suit you best.
Can't find a payment plan that suits you?
Don't worry. We are always open to discussing different payment options – the cost should not be a barrier for anyone who wants to become a therapist. Contact us at info@psyklinisk.com.
Career transition support via CSNHow career transition study support can fund your training
On 1 October 2022 the career transition study support (omställningsstudiestöd) was introduced to strengthen employees' position in the labour market. The support makes it possible for more people to invest in professional development, and several of our students study with us thanks to it.
What is career transition support?
Career transition support helps both employees and organisations manage changes that affect working conditions, roles or careers. Within healthcare, this can mean further training courses or career guidance for staff who need to adapt to new skills.
Who is eligible?
- Worked at least 40% per week for eight of the past 14 years, starting from age 19.
- The work has been your main occupation and can be documented with income records.
- Other periods (e.g. parental leave) can count as employment for up to 24 months.
- Recency requirement: at least 12 of the past 24 months in employment.
- Self-employed people can also apply.
- Support can be given as a loan up to age 60. Between ages 61 and 62, a study grant can be given for up to 10 weeks.
Can I apply for career transition support for this course?
Career transition organisations assess whether a course strengthens a person's position in the labour market. Career transition study support can be used for approved courses in Sweden, including those funded through a career transition organisation.
Start by reading up on CSN's website about what applies to your situation, or contact the career transition organisation you are covered by.
If you have questions or need help, get in touch at info@psyklinisk.com.
Right of withdrawal & terms for distance learningUnder the Swedish Distance Contracts Act (2005:59)
Under the Swedish Distance Contracts Act (2005:59) on distance contracts and contracts made away from business premises, you as a consumer have the right to withdraw from your purchase within 14 days of purchasing our training service, provided you have not yet started your training.
When does the right of withdrawal end?
Under section 11(11) of the Distance Contracts Act, the right of withdrawal ends if:
- You register your student account and gain access to the course material.
- You log in and begin your studies on the training platform.
- You have expressly agreed at the time of purchase that the right of withdrawal ends upon registration and the start of studies.
When purchasing our training, you agree to these terms by actively ticking a box confirming that the right of withdrawal ends once you start using the service.
How do you exercise your right of withdrawal?
If you have not logged in or registered your student account and wish to cancel your purchase within 14 days, contact us in writing at info@psyklinisk.com stating your name, order and that you wish to exercise your right of withdrawal. Once withdrawal is approved, the full amount will be refunded within 14 days of receiving your request.
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