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Counseling Courses

Counseling courses can help you learn active listening, empathy, conflict resolution, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions. Many courses introduce tools such as cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, motivational interviewing strategies, and assessment instruments that enhance your ability to support clients in various settings.

Popular Counseling Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Florida

    Healing with the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Meditation & Breathwork, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Career Support Community and Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Talent Pipelining, Telecommuting, Drive Engagement, Project Closure, Project Design, Professional Networking, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Relationship Building, Presentations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Soft Skills For Clinicians

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Patient Communication, Constructive Feedback, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Stress Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Leadership and Management, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Professionalism, Leadership, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Communication, Empathy

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Mental Health Care Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Medical Privacy, Child Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Human Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Gerontology, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Therapies, Professionalism, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Personal and Professional Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Brand Awareness, Relationship Management, Goal-Oriented, Growth Mindedness, Brand Management, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Team Building, Workforce Development, Value Propositions, Culture Transformation, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Psychology, Personal Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Sensory Systems Analysis, Oncology, Health Education, Health Promotion, Optimism, Behavioral Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community and Social Work, Empowerment, Mental and Behavioral Health, Human Learning, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Learning Theory, Human Development, Scientific Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    504 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Companionship, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Pedagogy, Friendliness, Leadership, Compassion, Open Mindset, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    176 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Self-Guided Wellness Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Health And Wellness Coaching, Personal Development, Empowerment, Coaching, Behavior Management, Self-Awareness, Action Oriented, Planning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Psychology in the Age of GenAI: The Human Mind and Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, ChatGPT, Active Listening, Data Ethics, Decision Making, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Consumer Behaviour, Responsible AI, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Prompt Engineering, Health And Wellness Coaching, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Communication, Psychology, Generative AI

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Coaching, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Professional Development, Workforce Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Professionalism, Empathy, Workplace inclusivity, Human Services, Human Centered Design, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Crisis Intervention

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    364 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Team Leadership, Oral Expression, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Mentorship, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trustworthiness, Social Media, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Social Media Strategy, Job Evaluation, Planning, Professionalism, Strategic Communication, Communication, Habit Formation, Market Opportunities, Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular counseling courses

  • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
  • Career Support Community and Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • Soft Skills For Clinicians: Creo Incubator
  • Mental Health Care Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Personal and Professional Development: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentos de la Psicología: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Self-Guided Wellness Coaching: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Psychology in the Age of GenAI: The Human Mind and Behavior: Coursera
  • Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching: Goodwill Industries International

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