Psychotherapy and Counselling – Contemporary Creative Approaches

What are the benefits of different approaches in counselling and psychotherapy? Find out as you explore contemporary creative and verbal approaches to psychotherapy.

We offer a practical approach to training suitable for new and advanced practitioners. You’ll explore the benefits of creative arts as therapy. See how to use drawing, painting, guided imagery, movement, drama, writing, poetry and sculpture. We offer a financial contribution of up to £1,200 towards the cost of personal therapy and clinical supervision.

Our two-year psychotherapy and counselling Masters draws upon psychology, neuro-psychotherapy, neuroscience and biosciences to reflect the scientific content required in psychotherapy training. You’ll also look at developmental psychology, humanistic and attachment theories, and abnormal and clinical psychology.

We’ll support you to work at emotional depth with people in psychological distress as you develop your practice. You’ll work with children, young people and adults in a series of work placements and experiences. Graduate with the expertise you need to pursue professional accreditation.

What you'll study

Focus on theory and self-development for practice. Study a strong foundation of psychological theory. Develop an understanding of the difference between traditional and contemporary forms of therapy.

You’ll look at key research methods and approaches as you develop expressive arts and counselling skills. We encourage you to explore your idea of self through a range of creative and therapeutic approaches.

In Year 2 of your studies in psychotherapy and counselling, your focus will turn to clients. You’ll develop real-world experience on placements managed by an external independent clinical supervisor.

Psychotherapists need to practice at emotional and relational depth. We’ll help you build your self-awareness and emotional availability. You’ll join a process-oriented peer supervision group and attend personal development sessions.