Counselling Courses in London
Thinking about a career in counselling? Our Counselling courses are designed for people who want to take their first steps towards becoming a professional counsellor. Whether you’re exploring the idea or ready to start formal training, these courses will help you build a strong foundation in theory, skills, and self-awareness.
On these courses you’ll learn:
- The core counselling theories: Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT
- Essential counselling skills such as active listening and empathy
- How to apply theory to real-life situations
- What’s involved in progressing to accredited counselling qualifications
These courses are ideal for you if you're:
- Considering a new career in counselling
- Preparing for Level 2 or Level 3 counselling qualifications
- Seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and others
Led by experienced, BACP counsellors, our training gives you the tools and confidence to move forward in your counselling journey. Whether you’re just getting started or planning your next step, this is where it begins.
- Counselling as a career
Course start date: Sat 20 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Delrose BowesThinking of becoming a counsellor? Wondering about gaining a counselling qualification? In this short workshop, you will find out about training and jobs in this field and gain a clearer idea of whether counselling training is for you.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00 - Level 3 Certificate in counselling skills Course start date: Mon 7 Sep 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Edna OgundareApplications are now closed for this course. If you would like to the added to the waiting list, please email your details to counselling@citylit.ac.uk or call us on 020 4582 0403 and we will contact you if places become available.
Do you want to develop counselling skills for paid or voluntary work? This course includes occasional weekend sessions which you will be required to join and one compulsory residential trip away.
In order to apply for this course, please ensure that:
• you have (or will have) completed an in person introductory counselling course of 30 hours, with an attendance record of at least 80% (within the last three years)
OR
• you have completed an in person introductory counselling course of 30 hours with an attendance record of at least 70%
AND
• you have completed an in person ‘Counselling introduction: advanced’ course (or equivalent) with an attendance record of at least 80% (within the last three years)
• you are able to speak and write fluently in English (level 2/GCSE).Full fee £2,649.00 Senior fee £2,649.00 Concession £2,649.00 - Level 4 Diploma in therapeutic counselling: integrative pathway Course start date: Tue 8 Sep 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Edna OgundareApplications are now closed for this course. If you would like to the added to the waiting list, please email your details to counselling@citylit.ac.uk or call us on 020 4582 0403 and we will contact you if places become available.
You will need to have completed a level 3 certificate in counselling skills course (minimum 145 GLH) within the last three years to be eligible to apply. This two-year course awarded by Skills Education Group Awards (SEG) qualifies you to practise as a counsellor.
The course fee is £5199.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £2225.00. The remaining fee of £2974.00 will need to be paid at enrolment. If you are unable to pay this fee upfront, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on (0203 871 3111) or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Psychology, Counselling & Personal Development on 020 4582 0403. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansFull fee £5,199.00 Senior fee £5,199.00 Concession £5,199.00 - Counselling: an introduction Course start date: Mon 14 Sep 2026 (and 21 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nadia PerezEnhance your personal skills, learn more about yourself and take your first step in counselling training on this primarily experiential course, underpinned by the 3 main theoretical approaches in counselling. We have courses running daytimes, evenings and weekends. Whatever your schedule, you can find a course that works for you!
Full fee £439.00 Senior fee £439.00 Concession £285.00 - Counselling Theories - Beginners - CBTCourse start date: Thu 17 Sep 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Angela ChristieThis course is perfect for those with a genuine curiosity and desire to understand the basics of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to advance to an intermediate level.
This course will take you from theorists Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck through to the present day. CBT combines two types of therapy to help you deal with negative thoughts and behaviours:
- Cognitivetherapy, examining the things youthink
- Behaviourtherapy, examining the things youdo
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00 - Counselling Careers Virtual Open EventCourse start date: Fri 25 Sep 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Delrose BowesPlease join us at our virtual open event to hear more about our suite of counselling courses that will start in September 2026.
Full fee £0.00 - Counselling: Advanced Skills Course start date: Mon 28 Sep 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Myriam FerreiraA practical, in-person course focused on developing core counselling skills through hands-on exercises. Each week introduces a new skill, with plenty of opportunity for real-time practice, observation, and reflection in a supportive group setting.
Prior to enrolling, please complete a short application, by clicking 'Start Assessment', so the department can ensure the course is suitable for you.
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00 - Counselling Theories - Intermediate - Person Centred Course start date: Wed 6 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Myriam FerreiraAn intermediate-level course for those with prior knowledge of Person-Centred Theory, exploring relational depth, fragile process, and complex client work. Ideal for progressing trainees or practitioners seeking deeper theoretical and practical understanding.
Prior to enrolling, please complete a short application, by clicking "Start Assessment", so the department can ensure the course is suitable for you.
Full fee £349.00 Senior fee £349.00 Concession £227.00 - Counselling Theories - Intermediate - Psychodynamic Course start date: Sat 9 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Constance FfrenchAre you looking to deepen your understanding of the Psychodynamic theory? Our intermediate course is designed for those eager to further embed their knowledge of Psychodynamic Theory.
This course is designed to facilitate an understanding of the core concepts of Psychodynamic theory, looking at the key thinkers and development of the theory from its initial stages to current day use in psychotherapy. You will learn about Freud, Jung and the main Object relations Theorists.
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00 - Counselling Introduction: Advanced Course start date: Wed 28 Apr 2027
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Myriam FerreiraExtend your use of counselling skills and personal development in this highly experiential course. You will need to have completed a 30-hour counselling introduction (with a minimum of 70% attendance) within the last three years.
Prior to enrolling, please complete a short application, by clicking 'Start Assessment', so the department can ensure the course is suitable for you.
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
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