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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


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    UBITS

    Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Pain Management, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Éxito Profesional

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Business Writing, Critical Thinking, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Time Management, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Financial Statements, Contract Negotiation, Financial Analysis, Project Schedules, Feasibility Studies, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling, Goal Setting, Project Management, Staff Management, Finance, Change Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Salud mental y atención psicosocial

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse, Stress First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Resilience for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Compassion, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Social Skills, Time Management, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Skills

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Habilidades Gerenciales

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Supervision, Management Training And Development, Creative Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Leadership, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Brainstorming, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving, Quality Management, Business Planning, Coaching

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة ضغوط الحياة | Stress Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Time Management, Self-Motivation, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Prioritization, Resilience, Optimism, Behavioral Management, Mental Health, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Assertiveness, Communication

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Clinic Communication: Greet, Listen, Schedule, Brief

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Active Listening, Medical Office Procedures, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Trustworthiness, Health Care Administration, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Patient Safety, Communication, Professionalism, Relationship Building, Clinical Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Physiology, Positivity, Creativity, Mental Concentration, Respiratory Care

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Cultural Diversity, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Neurology, Demography, Psychology, Pharmacotherapy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Somatic Therapy and Body-Based Healing

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Physical Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rehabilitation, Psychotherapy, Patient Communication, Mental Health Therapies, Athletic Training, Stress Management, Coaching, Communication, Intravenous Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    GradCO: Professional Development Course

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, LinkedIn, Intellectual Property, Collaboration, Professional Development, Communication, Productivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Accountability, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Interviewing Skills, Data Management, Planning, Resilience

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales: UBITS
  • Éxito Profesional: University of California, Irvine
  • Salud mental y atención psicosocial : Universidad de los Andes
  • Resilience for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Habilidades Gerenciales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • إدارة ضغوط الحياة | Stress Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Clinic Communication: Greet, Listen, Schedule, Brief: Coursera
  • Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association

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