Seeking a little career advice...(good psychotherapy courses

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Postby silversong » Thu Oct 11, 2012 4:37 pm

Hello everybody,

I'm just posting to gain a little idea about direction, and because I don't feel that there's anyone who can really help me right now (they can listen sympathetically, sure, but nobody knows the industry). I'll give you an idea of what we're dealing with here...
I have a Level 3 certificate in Counselling Skills from a few years ago, and a BSc in Psychology. Since then, I have travelled (Japan and Czech Republic) teaching English - not really related, but I'm hoping that I can use the education experience somehow. A couple of months ago I also took a distance learning course in Life Coaching, and have been trying to promote myself as a Skype-bashed life coach, only I haven't had much luck yet (a couple of clients, but nothing I can build a career on). The plan is to head back to the UK next year, but I'm not sure of what to do...

I've been thinking of becoming a Psychotherapist (and life coach, I guess), but I'm getting quite confused as to all the training available. Some seem to take six years, while other courses only take one. There are Masters courses and diplomas and foundation degrees... basically, I know there are no regulations, so what would you recommend? Does anyone have experience with a particular course that they could recommend? I don't want to rush it and feel unqualified, but I'd rather not spend years upon years training... something full-time would be best, and ideally accredited by the BACP or UKCP. Some people tell me I'm crazy for coming back to the UK at this time, as jobs are impossible to get, but I don't know...

My head is all over the place, some advice would be very much appreciated!
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Postby Candid » Thu Oct 11, 2012 10:40 pm

You're already well qualified to be a life coach... so what's stopping you?

Skype-based coaching is a bit further down the track. People need to know who you are and trust you first; they need to see you're a success in your own life. How about giving some free public talks about life skills and what you have to offer? Really, the only thing standing between you and your clients is that they don't know you exist.
Some people tell me I'm crazy for coming back to the UK at this time, as jobs are impossible to get, but I don't know...
You're going to have to be a much more positive thinker before you launch yourself as a life coach! You're looking at creating your own career, so why would you listen to the naysayers? I'm sure you believe in yourself and know how to promote yourself, so get out there and get started.
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Postby Marygoround » Sat Oct 13, 2012 2:21 pm

Hi,

My name is Mary from The Blackford Centre. You can take a look at our Counselling course by searching our company name as I am not yet allowed to post any links here.

If you have more questions please let me know. Hope this helps. :)
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