Training and CPD for Qualified Counsellors

This bespoke training programme is delivered across four full-day, face-to-face sessions and includes six hours of self-directed study, providing a total of 30 of hours of CPCAB-endorsed CPD.

Delivered by experienced CLEAR therapists and trainers, this course is designed to deepen understanding and strengthen skills when working with adults affected by sexual abuse and relationship trauma.

Dates: 20th and 27th January, 3rd and 10th February 2027 - you will need to attend all four sessions.

Course Aims:

Survivors of sexual abuse often present with complex trauma responses. This course aims to help qualified therapists:

Deepen understanding of the immediate and long-term impact of sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape.

Understand the impact of relational trauma on the brain and nervous system

Recognise the effects of trauma on individuals, including common responses such as flashbacks, dissociation, and shame, as well as client coping strategies.

Explore common themes that arise in therapy and within the therapeutic relationship.

Learn practical trauma stabilisation skills and techniques, building further confidence in creating a safe, trauma-informed practice.

Develop understanding of safety planning and risk management, pre-trial therapy, notes and record keeping

Consider counsellor self-care, including the prevention of burnout and vicarious trauma

Benefits for attendees:

By completing this programme, you will:

Gain specialist trauma knowledge from the only BACP-accredited counselling service in Cornwall, working with adults since 1986.

Learn directly from CLEAR therapists and trainers

Increase confidence when working with survivors

Expand your trauma-informed counselling skills

Earn 30 hours of CPCAB-endorsed CPD, including a certification of completion

Meet the training requirement for applying to become a CLEAR Sessional Therapist

Payment Plans are available.

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