The Oxford Diploma in: Couples Therapy and Counselling

It's really just one question - the answer to which that shows how this is course is different to all others in this section on Udemy.

Do you want to enrol in a course where lectures are constantly added to, students' work is discussed in the Q/A, participation is encouraged and there is a high level of Instructor involvement?

If so - then enrol.

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"The reviews consistently highlight the course's unique and clear instructional methods, including practical approaches like mind mapping and engaging activities that deepen understanding and encourage self-expression. Learners appreciate the comprehensive guidance, encouragement to ask new questions, and thoughtful presentation of concepts, which significantly boost their engagement and motivation."

First and foremost, completion of this course will give you the Oxford Diploma of Achievement. 

To achieve the standard you will have:

1. Participated fully in the Q/A

2. Worked through the many case studies (including the extended study section) and given your assessment

3. Fully understood Couples Therapy

4. Have worked through (either on your own or with others) the many exercises and activities for couples

5. Become familiar with - and proficient in - the Mind Map approach

Even if you're not interested in going for the Diploma, this course has a wealth of activities, activities for experiencing and discussing!

The key to all Counselling is communication, which involves discussion, active and reflective listening and a desire to move forward.

To aid this there are a number of unique features of this course such as:

1. 15 cartoon summaries of the key points. This have been especially drawn for this course

2. 52 case studies - short films - where students are asked to give advice. this advice is then commented on by a very active and involved Instructor

3. Many exercises and activities to try out and report back on

4. A heavy emphasis on discussion; experimentation and feedback

5. Nine mini-case studies where students are asked to give advice

6. An active Q/A

7. FIFTY more Case Studies have been added in July 2023

Right from the very beginning you will be asked to actively listen but also to pause and reflect and then give your comments and analysis in the Q/A. These comments will then be discussed and learning will take place.

This course also includes the 'C.A.R.M.E.L.A.' approach to counselling which was developed in Israel and is also now used in Oxford UK.

Extension Topics added in January 2025:

• Narrative Therapy

• Digital and Technology-Assisted Therapy

• Person-Centred Therapy

• Cognitive Restructuring

• Motivational Interviewing

• Active Listening

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

January 2026 - topics added : Psychotherapy : SEVEN Modules

February 2025

• 50 counselling skills applied