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Psychotherapy Courses

Psychotherapy courses can help you learn therapeutic techniques, client assessment, and the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy. You can build skills in active listening, empathy, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Many courses introduce tools like diagnostic assessments and therapeutic frameworks, that support effectively guiding clients through their mental health journeys.

Popular Psychotherapy Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Health Equity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Substance Abuse, Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Mental Health, Stress Management, Discussion Facilitation, Mental Health Therapies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Child Development, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    当代应用心理学

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychological Evaluations, Workforce Development, Community Mental Health Services, Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Development, Mental Health, Occupational Safety And Health, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Human Development, Marketing Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Scientific Methods, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    97 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Understanding Psychosis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychiatry, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health Therapies, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Trauma Care, Rapport Building, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Pharmacotherapy, Driving engagement, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Psychological First Aid 2.0 with English subtitles

    Skills you'll gain: Stress First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, Emergency Services, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Resilience, Child Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Integrative Bodywork Techniques for Practitioners

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Neurology, Patient Communication, Mindfulness, Patient Treatment, Pain Management, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sensory Systems Analysis, Exercise Science, Occupational Therapy, Intravenous Therapy, Family Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Compassion, Stress Management, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Evaluation, Psychological Evaluations, Empowerment, Clinical Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze and Create Empathic Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Constructive Feedback, Peer Review, Clinical Experience, Communication, Self-Awareness, Education and Training

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Statistical Methods for Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Science and Research, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Data Literacy, Statistics, Quantitative Research, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Probability

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Bachelor of Science in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Social Sciences, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Science and Research, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Human Learning, Social Skills, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Interpersonal Communications, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Learning Theory, Childhood Education and Development, Physiology, Personal Development, Culture

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • U

    University of Geneva

    A life with ADHD

    Skills you'll gain: Family Support, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Management, Mental Concentration, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Family Therapy, Organizational Skills, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavior Management, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Understanding Psychosis: University of Michigan
  • Psychological First Aid 2.0 with English subtitles: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Integrative Bodywork Techniques for Practitioners: Niel Asher Education
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Analyze and Create Empathic Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Statistical Methods for Psychological Research: O.P. Jindal Global University

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