Level Three
Clinical Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
Selection Criteria
Completion of the certificate foundation year (or equivalent psychoanalytic theory and self-development hours). Submission of an application form and individual interview. Application and interview fee of £50.00.
Start Date
October 2027
Course Aims
- To equip trainees with the skills and techniques of the psychodynamic model.
- To enable each trainee to work with clients towards the goals of psychodynamic counselling.
- To inform trainees of the limits and the context of the psychodynamic approach.
- To equip trainees to work as reflective practitioners and evaluate theoretical rationale within a pluralist culture.
- To equip trainees to work with difference, within themselves and in the consulting room.
Course Content
- Deeper knowledge, understanding and experience required to begin clinical practice.
- Learning through lectures, set reading, discussion, role play and experiential work.
- Four main modules: Practice and Technique, Developmental Psychology, Clinical Concepts and Psychopathology.
- Completion of a case study before qualification.
- Clinical practice with clients and supervision included within the training.
- Trainees begin clinical work when ready, supported by tutors, therapist and supervisor.
Curriculum Overview
Year 1 (Year 2 overall)
- Module 1: The Practice of Counselling
- Module 2: Human Development
- Module 3: Clinical Concepts
Year 2 (Year 3 overall)
- Module 4: Groupwork Dynamics
- Module 5: Psychopathology & Theories of Trauma
- Module 6: Clinical Seminars
Year 3 (Year 4 overall)
- Module 5: Psychopathology (continued)
- Module 6: Clinical Seminars (continued)
- Module 7: Assessment and Time-Limited Counselling
Fees
- Year 1: £2,900.00
- Year 2: Circa £4,300.00
- Year 3: Circa £4,000.00
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What Recent Trainees Have Said
“Tutors’ knowledge was very interesting and informative.”
“I learnt a lot from the teaching and the linking of theory into practice.”
“I like the group sessions and the stance taken within them.”
“Patience and understanding of us as individuals.”
“Very supportive and approachable teaching.”
“All seminars have been useful — nothing has been unhelpful.”
“Helpful and insightful sessions.”
“Varied and wide perspectives.”
“Complex theory made easier to understand.”
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Further Information
Click here to download a copy of our Training Brochure for more details.
The Partnership of Counselling and Psychotherapy Bodies (PCPB) is a collaboration of six counselling and psychotherapy bodies with Professional Standards Authority (PSA) accredited registers, representing approximately 75,000 therapists.
