Reflect On Academy
COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAINING IN PURLEY, CROYDON, EASY REACH OF SUTTON, WALLINGTON, CATERHAM, SOUTH EAST LONDON AND SURREY
Level 7 Diploma Courses
Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy (1 Year Top-up)
The Diploma in Psychotherapy (Advanced Practice) is for people who want to enhance their understanding and application of psychotherapy and for anyone seeking to further their expertise in mental health.
Individuals who have successfully obtained the ROA L5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling or are currently recognised professionals in counselling can apply for the course.
The course incorporates a capstone project that involves completing an extensive case study and a subsequent oral examination (reflection on the case study)..
Key course features
Qualification: Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy
Level: 7 (QCF national framework’s level descriptors - Level 7 is the postgraduate degree standard education).
Mode: 1 years part-time
Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm (2 Mondays per month). 6.5 hours a month independent study.
GLH: 450 face-to-face hours, (Level 5). Level 7: 150 a virtual learning environment via video Zoom). Cumulative
hours – 600; exit Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy).
Requirements for Practicum Work Experience:
You must have 150 (excluding hours at level 5) hours of client contact and to complete the course.
Start Date: TBA
Fees: £1995 yearly (concession might be available – proof required).
Flexible Payment by Instalment: Monthly
Professional Accreditation: QLS Licence
Admission Entry Requirements
- Completed application form
- The applicant must have successfully completed the ROA Level 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling or equivalent and have received BACP registration.
- Diploma Certificate & Transcript
- Must have completed 200+ supervised clinical hours post qualification.
- Provide a passport sized photograph.
- Provide current enhanced disclosures via the Criminal Records Bureau
- Provide a copy of BACP member certificate
- Must have a current experienced practitioner insurance certificate.
The Course Philosophic Rationale
The guiding philosophy of the course adopts a pluralistic framework that acknowledges the absence of a singular truth in psychotherapy. Instead, it embraces a spectrum of viable yet conflicting approaches (Rescher, 1979). This foundation informs the Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy program, offering a holistic curriculum covering ethics, expressive arts therapy, psychopathology, research methods, and supervised clinical practice.
Graduates emerge as proficient psychotherapists, ready for diverse roles and settings, equipped with knowledge, skills, and ethical awareness to foster healing and personal development..
Topics Consist Of
Mental Health and Psychopathology
Ethics
Expressive Arts
Research
Psychotherapy Theories and Practice Skills
Relational Psychotherapy
Reflexivity and Relational Skills
The Therapeutic Relationship in Psychotherapy
Attachment Processes in the Therapeutic Relationship
Teaching and Assessment
The diploma programme combines large-group activities like lecturers, workshops, and group work with small-group interactions like supervision and personal development groups. It also includes both directed and self-directed learning..
The Capstone Presentation Project, part of the Teaching and Assessment methodology, involves:
- Presentations.
- Crafting a written clinical case presentation.
- Demonstrating analytical and communication skills.
The oral examination (VIVA) demonstrates the core elements of the case and assesses the student's capabilities in psychotherapy.
The assessment process also includes an assignment on ethical issues..
Professional Qualification
Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy (1 Year Top-up) – level 7
How to apply?
Please request an application form by contacting Reflect On Academy administrator at
info@reflectonacademy.co.uk, telephone 0778 717 2968 or 0208 660 6283 or complete the online application form below:
Diploma in Couple Counselling: An Integrative Perspective
The mission of the Programme is to prepare counsellors and therapists with competencies to work with couples. The programme is designed to prepare qualified practitioners whose primary role is to expand their learning and developmental opportunities to work with couples.
Specifically, the programme’s primary goal is to produce highly competent clinicians who will meet employment demands for services involving: Counselling couples, and Consultation...
Key course features
Qualification: Diploma in Couple Counselling: An Integrative Perspective
Level: 7 Post Professional (QCF national framework’s level descriptors - post graduate degree standard)
Mode: Part-time – 1Year-3months
Time & Date: Flexible
Qualification hours: 370
Start Date: Flexible (April/May 2025)
Fees: £1,995 yearly (£500* non-refundable deposit paid with Registration and £1495 balance by monthly instalments (12x124.58 = £1,495) * Easy Payment Methods Instalments (payments by monthly direct debit, cheque or cash only).
Validation: QLS Licence
Attendance: A minimum of 80% attendance
Admission Entry Requirements
Who is This Course For?
This qualification applies to workers who are employed in a family and or couple’s relationship Counselling role. This qualification has relevance to counsellors working in independently or in organisations, providing counselling interventions, (rather than counselling support), for families and or couples experiencing relationship issues of a complex nature.
Entry Requirements
- A completed application and a personal interview
- The Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling from Reflect-On Academy, or equivalent diploma level qualification from another organisation (minimum 450 face-to-face training hours)
- 150 clinical practicum hours (minimum) over 2 years.
- 50 hours minimum personal therapy
Additional to the above requirements
- Completed CV
- A passport sized photograph
- Enhanced disclosures via the Criminal Records Bureau
- Provide evidence of good character and personal attributes via 2 referee reports.
- Registered member of BACP or UKCP
- Professional indemnity insurance
The aims of the programme
Is to enable learners to develop as professional couple counsellors who have a direct impact on their practice. This will be achieved through engagement in an experiential supportive programme of learning that addresses the main theories and practice to enable qualified counsellors to acquire the knowledge and competences required to practise. The programme also provides an opportunity to develop the skills that enable therapists to work creatively with couples facing the challenges of being in a relationship.
About the course
This 15 months Diploma in Relationship Counselling is a 370, training hour comprising 5 units.
Course outline – Modules
- Theoretical Theory and Techniques
- Individual and Family - Life Cycle Development
- Clinical Practicum: Assessment, Interventions, Rapport & Relationship
- Ethics & Professional Practice
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching
A combination of lectures, power point presentation, handouts, seminars, group discussions, DVD presentations, class discussion of research papers, peer review of clinical material, contributions to small (3-4 people) large group discussions (4 or more), working in pairs and suggested reading.
Assessment
In class case presentation, on-going self and peer assessment process, role play, reflective work, written assignment in form of essays, reflective learning journal, case study, couple formulation & Assessment, segment of a couple counselling session audio-taped and critique of taped sessions, Q&A, poster presentation, research proposal/research project and private study, supervision report, log of counselling practice, group discussion sessions and giving informal presentations to peers, for example carrying out and presenting a literature review
What will I get at the end of the course?
Diploma in Couple Counselling: An Integrative Perspective
Where next?
When you complete this course, you will be able to work as an independent couple counselling practitioner. The Diploma provides an opportunity for personal and career development and for the development of sufficient competence to work in a professional capacity as counsellors. You can also apply to do the Level 7 Diploma Clinical Supervision.
How to apply?
Please request an application form by contacting Reflect On Academy administrator at
info@reflectonacademy.co.uk, telephone 0778 717 2968 or 0208 660 6283 or complete the online application form below:
Professional Diploma in Clinical Supervision
This is a practitioner course which leads to an award in counselling supervision. The course provides participants with an opportunity to further develop their knowledge and skills competent counsellors and supervisor. Learners will develop appropriate practical skills to become a more effective and informed counselling supervisor and will be able to reflect on current issues that relate to counselling supervision practice.
The Course structure is based on the criteria stipulated by BACP for Supervisor Accreditation. Learners will be expected to develop a sense of personal accountability in taking responsibility for their own learning and to participate in the learning of other course members.
Key course features
Course: Diploma in Clinical Supervision
Level: 7 Post Professional (QCF national framework’s level descriptors - post graduate degree standard)
Mode: Part-time – 1Year and 3 Months
Time: 6-9.00pm (2 Thursday a month).
Venue: Virtual learning environment via video (Zoom) and in person ( 4 Saturdays)
Commences: TBA
Fees: The annual fee is £1, 995.00 - this consists of a non-refundable deposit of £600*, which can be paid in advance or upon registration, and a balance of £1,395, which can be paid in monthly instalments (10x 139.50 = £1,395). We offer a 10% discount for full payment.
Validation: QLS
Attendance: A minimum of 80% attendance
Accreditation: The programme will support practitioners to gain individual accreditation as a supervisor with the BACP and is designed to be consistent with the BACP Reflective Practice criteria. The programme is also informed by the Supervision Competences Framework for the supervision of psychological therapies commissioned by Skills for Health.
Admission Entry Requirements
Who is This Course For?
Programme is for practising counsellors and psychotherapists in a relevant workplace setting or private practice.
Entry Requirements according to BACP
A Diploma in counselling or psychotherapy (450 contact hours), and at least one-year post-qualifying experience in counselling or psychotherapy and wish to develop their supervision abilities and practice and meets the required standards for supervision training (supervision must meet BACP requirements of 1.5 hours per month). Allocation of places will be subject to personal assessment by the Tutors whose decision whether to admit an applicant will be final.
Additional to the above requirements
- Completed CV
- A passport sized photograph
- Enhanced disclosures via the Criminal Records Bureau
- Provide evidence of good character and personal attributes via 2 referee reports.
- Registered member of a Professional Body
- Professional indemnity insurance
The aims of the course
The aim of this training curriculum is to enable qualified counsellors to acquire the knowledge and competences required to practise as counselling supervisors in line with evidence-based practice.
About the course
Diploma in Clinical Counselling Supervision - 9 units
Course outline – Units
- The supervisor in context
- Building the supervisory relationship
- Good practice in supervision
- Enabling the supervisee to make use of supervision
- Assessment in supervision
- Ensuring standards in supervision
- Working with a group in supervision
- Working with the supervisee’s counselling model
- Working with the supervisee’s counselling model
- Working sensitively within the supervisory relationship
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching
A combination of lectures, handouts, group discussions, presentations, class discussion of research papers, peer review of clinical material, contributions to small (3-4 people) large group discussions, working in pairs and suggested reading.
Assessment
In class case presentation, on-going self and peer assessment process, role play, reflective work, In class supervision practice group work, essays, reflective learning journal, case study, poster presentation, research proposal/research project and private study, supervision report, log of counselling practice
What will I get at the end of the course?
Diploma in in Clinical Counselling Supervision – Level 7 Post Professional
Where next?
When you complete this course, you will be able to work as an Independent Clinical Supervisor.
The Diploma provides an opportunity for personal and career development as well as, the development of sufficient competence to work in a professional capacity as Supervisors. You can also apply to do the Level 7 Diploma in Couple Counselling.
Apply for BACP individual registration and accreditation when the necessary hours of clinical practice and personal therapy have been completed.
How to apply?
Please request an application form by contacting Reflect On Academy administrator at
info@reflectonacademy.co.uk, telephone 0778 717 2968 or 0208 660 6283 or complete the online application form below:
Higher Diploma in Creative Expressive Therapeutic Art Therapies Practice with Children, Young People and Adults
Overview of Creative Expressive Arts Therapy
Creative Expressive Arts Therapy is a dynamic and widely used therapeutic approach that integrates various creative modalities, including art, music, drama, dance, poetry, and movement. It is utilized across multiple professional fields, such as psychology, counselling, social work, and medicine, to support emotional, physical, and developmental well-being.
This therapy leverages the creative process to promote healing, self-expression, and personal growth, benefiting individuals with mental health challenges, trauma, identity issues, and other life difficulties. It applies to diverse populations, including children, adults, older adults, and culturally diverse clients. No prior artistic experience is required, as the focus is on process over aesthetics, fostering a safe and supportive environment for exploration and transformation.
Key programme features
Qualification: Higher Diploma in Creative Expressive Therapeutic Art Therapies Practice with Children, Young People and Adults
Level: 7 (QCF national framework’s level descriptors - university post graduate degree standard)
Mode of Study: Part time 1Year-4months
Time: Flexible
Guided Qualification hours: 370 (this includes teaching, clinical and private study hours)
Start Date: TBA
Fees: £2,100 Yearly. 20% bursary for those who have completed Reflect On Level 5 Diploma
Fee after bursary: £1,680. instalments (140x12 = £1,680) * Easy Payment Methods Instalments (payments by monthly direct debit.
Attendance: A minimum of 80% attendance
Professional Accreditation: QLS Licence
Admission Entry Requirements
Who is This Programme For?
The course is designed for qualified counsellors as well as therapists who wish to become adept in implementing various forms of expressive arts and apply the transformative process of creativity to enable a process of change benefiting clients to complement their clinical and educational practices. This programme will be beneficial for those who may aspire to work in hospitals, schools, social service centres, and agencies serving the needs for children, youth, adult and the elderly with disabilities, emotional/ or learning challenges, and personal issues.
Entry Requirements
- Reflect On Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapy Counselling or a related qualification, awarded no more than 3 years prior to commencement of course, and deemed appropriate by the Head of the College.
- Completed CV.
- A minimum of 2 years previous experience in a counselling environment involving the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgment and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills as deemed appropriate by the Head of the College.
- Applicants are also required to submit a 500-word essay which is to include their perceived justifications for using creative expressive arts in therapy. Upon receipt the applicant will be contacted and invited to attend an interview.
- A passport sized photograph
- Enhanced disclosures via the Criminal Records Bureau and appropriate references attesting to the applicant’s suitability to work with young people are essential components of the entry process.
- Provide evidence of good character and personal attributes via 2 referee reports.
- Member of BACP
- Professional indemnity insurance
What is this course about?
This course provides a theoretical basis and practical activities for the use of expressive therapies in counselling. The course combines theory and practice used in Creative Expressive Arts Therapy within a person-centred framework. As well as theory, we emphasize experiential learning, in which students are encouraged to explore the different dimensions of artistic practice in community and in individual therapy work.
Utilising experiential learning in conjunction with formal lecture material, the course introduces you to the knowledge, practice and skills required by counsellors who wish to include expressive approaches in their work. This course utilises an interactive experiential mode of workshop learning in order to enable a personal appreciation of the relationship and interactive issues present in counselling when using expressive interventions.
We especially encourage intermodal work in our workshops and stress an adult-education model where students are recognized as having the capacity to understand and shape their own learning process. Students are expected to be self-directed in their learning, to work through the obstacles that may interfere with their training and to discover the resources that can help them learn.
Students will experience a rich, exciting, intense, yet playful journey into the tapestry of the authentic self as they move into and beyond mainstream mental health ideas, and into the deeper dimensions of self-realisation; the core of person-centred work
By the end of the course students will have developed a greater sense of self awareness and purpose and will have the creative tools and skills required to assist others to recognise and move towards their highest potential.
Key Topics for Online Expressive Arts Therapy Training:
- Theoretical Foundations & Phenomenology
- Expressive Arts & Psychopathology
- Neuroscience & Creative Process
- Cultural Competence & Diversity
- Multi-Modality & Creative Expression
- Assessment & Therapeutic Applications
- Experiential Learning & Practicum
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching methods
The course is taught through an active learning approach that centres on experiential work. Teaching takes place through interactive workshops, group discussions, practice sessions with peer and tutor feedback, student presentations
Using Arts and Play
Various arts are used to process emotions buried in the unconscious. There will be a focus on working therapeutically with the arts and with play. This will include practical sessions making and working with art painting, drawing, clay, poetry, images, dance, mask making, sculpturing and sand tray work, as well as exploring the value of therapeutic story work
Assessment
Students will participate in a reflective image journal, theoretical presentations, role-play exercises, as well as case studies and poster presentation. A practicum of 20-25 hours will involve practice, essays, and a portfolio to illustrate personal and professional development.
Students will lead a demonstration of one expressive arts therapy intervention relevant to the children, young people populations with their peers.
Final Project
Creative venture
What will I get at the end of the course?
Higher Diploma in Creative Expressive Therapeutic Art Therapies Practice with Children, Young People and Adults
Where next?
The Diploma provides an opportunity for personal and career development and for the development of sufficient competence to work in a creative expressive therapeutic professional capacity as counsellors. You can also apply to do the Level 7 Diploma in Couple Counselling or Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Supervision
How to apply?
Please request an application form by contacting Reflect On Academy administrator at
info@reflectonacademy.co.uk, telephone 0778 717 2968 or 0208 660 6283 or complete the online application form below: