4 Months Certification Course in Eclectic Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice

100 Hours Theory and Practicum Training using CBT, Choice Theory Based Reality Therapy (CTBRT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Mindfulness and Gestalt

By Manospandana
Your Mental Health and Relationship Well-Being Partner

Learn Beyond Theory. Begin Developing Real Therapeutic Skills.

Many psychology students and aspiring therapists complete academic education with strong theoretical knowledge, yet often feel uncertain when it comes to real counselling conversations, emotional processing, case understanding, therapeutic presence, and practical psychotherapy skills.

This 4-month intensive online certification course is thoughtfully designed to bridge that gap between classroom psychology and real-world counselling and psychotherapy practice.

At Manospandana, we believe counselling skills are not learned only through reading — they are developed through observation, reflection, supervised practice, experiential learning, therapeutic discussions and self-awareness.

This course provides an integrative and experiential foundation in psychotherapy practice using:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Choice Theory Based Reality Therapy (CTBRT)
Transactional Analysis (TA)
Mindfulness Approaches
Gestalt Techniques

Participants will receive a blend of theory, demonstrations, practicum exposure, therapeutic reflections, role plays and opportunities for observational learning.

Looking for Practical Exposure in Bangalore?

If you are based in Bangalore and wish to gain exposure through a structured internship environment, you may also explore our Psychology Internship in Bangalore program, designed for psychology students and aspiring mental health professionals seeking practical learning opportunities.

Why This Course?

This course is designed for learners who feel:

“I know psychology concepts, but I don’t know how to sit with clients confidently.”
“I want practical counselling exposure.”
“I want to understand how therapists actually think during sessions.”
“I want to learn psychotherapy in a more real and experiential way.”
“I want to develop therapeutic communication and emotional understanding.”
“I want exposure to multiple therapy approaches instead of rigid single-model learning.”

Course Details

DETAILS	INFORMATION
Course Name	4 Months Certification Course in Eclectic Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice
Duration	July 2026 to October 2026
Course Commencement Date	1st July 2026
Total Hours	100 Hours
Mode	Online via Google Meet
Class Schedule	Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Timings	5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Course Fees	₹4999
Early Bird Offer	₹3999 till 15th June 2026
Early Bird Eligibility	First 20 Participants Only
Maximum Intake	50 Participants

Eligibility

This course is suitable for:

4th Year UG Psychology Students
UG Graduates in Psychology
PG Diploma Students and Graduates in Psychology
PG Psychology Students
M.D Psychiatry Students interested in psychotherapy learning
Aspiring Counsellors and Psychotherapy Practitioners
Beginner and Novice Mental Health Practitioners
Individuals who completed UG 4-Year Course, PG or PG Diploma in any Psychology Stream

Therapeutic Approaches Covered

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

Participants will learn:

Cognitive distortions
Thought-feeling-behaviour connections
Behavioural interventions
Cognitive restructuring
CBT case understanding
Structured helping conversations

Choice Theory Based Reality Therapy (CTBRT)

Participants will understand:

Basic needs psychology
Quality world
Total behaviour
WDEP system
Responsibility and choice
Relationship-focused therapeutic conversations

Transactional Analysis (TA)

Participants will explore:

Ego States
Transactions
Strokes
Life Positions
Drama Triangle
Psychological Games
Scripts and Injunctions
Relational understanding in therapy

Mindfulness-Based Approaches

Participants will experience:

Present-moment awareness
Emotional regulation
Grounding practices
Mindful observation
Reflective self-awareness
Integrating mindfulness into therapy

Gestalt Techniques

Participants will explore:

Here-and-now awareness
Experiential techniques
Emotional processing
Empty chair work
Body awareness
Unfinished business exploration

Practicum and Experiential Components

This course emphasizes learning through experience and observation.

Participants will engage in:

Therapeutic Role Plays
Counselling Simulations
Reflective Exercises
Demonstration Sessions
Case Discussions
Therapeutic Communication Practice
Emotional Awareness Exercises
Skill-Building Activities
Guided Group Reflections
Beginner-Level Case Conceptualization Exposure

Observation Opportunities

Participants may also receive opportunities for:

Observing selected counselling and psychotherapy discussions
Exposure to live or recorded observational learning sessions
Understanding therapeutic process flow and therapist thinking

Some observational sessions may happen outside regular class timings during daytime hours based on availability.

Recorded Session Access

Participants who miss live sessions will receive access to session recordings for a limited duration to help them revisit and catch up with learning.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants may begin developing the ability to:

Build therapeutic rapport
Demonstrate active listening
Understand emotional processes
Conduct basic helping conversations
Recognize cognitive and relational patterns
Understand psychotherapy from multiple perspectives
Apply beginner-level therapeutic skills
Reflect more deeply on client experiences
Develop greater therapeutic sensitivity and self-awareness
Understand ethical foundations in counselling practice

Facilitators

The course is facilitated by:

Practicing Psychologists, Psychotherapists and Relationship Therapists of Manospandana

Facilitators bring practical field experience in:

Counselling
Psychotherapy
Relationship Well-Being
Emotional Health
Case Understanding
Therapeutic Process Work

Why Eclectic Learning Matters

Human beings are complex. No single therapeutic approach works for every individual or every emotional struggle.

An eclectic approach helps practitioners:

Develop flexibility in therapeutic thinking
Understand clients from multiple perspectives
Avoid rigid one-size-fits-all therapy approaches
Build personalized therapeutic understanding
Grow into reflective and adaptive practitioners

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the course requirements and participation criteria will receive: Certification in Eclectic Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice

Important Professional Note

This course is intended as a foundational psychotherapy and counselling skills training program for educational and professional development purposes.

Completion of this course does not independently authorize clinical practice beyond the participant’s existing legal, ethical and professional qualifications applicable in their region or profession.

Begin Your Journey Towards Reflective and Integrative Therapeutic Practice

Whether you are beginning your counselling journey or looking to strengthen your psychotherapy foundations, this course aims to provide a practical, reflective and human-centered learning experience.

Limited Seats Available. Pay Now to Secure Your Seat.

Early bird offer 3999 available now! ⬆️

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course online or offline?

This course is conducted completely online through Google Meet.

Will recordings be provided?

Yes. Participants who miss live sessions can access recordings for a limited duration.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes. The course is designed for psychology students, beginners and novice practitioners.

Is the course more theoretical or practical?

The course includes both theory and practicum, with strong emphasis on experiential and reflective learning.

Will role plays and demonstrations be included?

Yes. Role plays, demonstrations, therapeutic exercises and reflective discussions are core parts of the learning process.

Will there be opportunities for case discussions?

Yes. Participants will receive opportunities for case discussions and observational learning experiences.

Are observational sessions compulsory?

Some observational opportunities may be optional and may occur outside regular class timings depending on availability.

Who can join this course?

Psychology students, PG learners, aspiring counsellors, novice practitioners and mental health learners interested in psychotherapy practice can join.

Will certification be provided?

Yes. Participants who complete the course requirements will receive certification.

How many participants will be enrolled?

Maximum intake is limited to 50 participants.

How many participants receive Early Bird pricing?

Only the first 20 registrations are eligible.

Is prior counselling experience necessary?

No prior counselling experience is mandatory.