Both psychologists and counsellors play vital roles in mental health care. Psychologists often focus on research, assessment and diagnosis while counsellors work more directly with people- helping them navigate life's challenges, relationships and personal growth.

At Pathways Psychology Institute, our counselling programs offer a hands-on, holistic approach grounded in process-oriented psychology. You'll develop the awareness and skills to truly connect with clients and make a difference- so you can begin meaningful work in a growing and rewarding field.

The best course for becoming a counsellor depends on your background and career goals.

If you are new to the field or want to build strong, practical counselling skills, the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling is the ideal starting point. It provides nationally recognised training in core counselling techniques, ethics and client work- preparing you fro roles in community organisations, wellbeing programs or private practice.

If you already have counselling experience or a related qualifications and want to deepen your skills, the Graduate Diploma of Trauma-Informed Processwork Psychotherapy is the next step. This advanced program integrates process-oriented psychology with trauma-informed practice, helping you work more effectively with complex client presentations and expand into professional psychotherapy.

The best courses for personal growth and healing are those that don't just teach techniques, but invite deep self-awareness and transformation.

At Pathways Psychology Institute, every program is designed to help you understand yourself as much as you learn to support others.

- The Diploma of Counselling offers a hands-on, practical foundation for self-understanding, emotional intelligence and communication- ideal for anyone beginning their personal or professional growth journey

- The Graduate Diploma of Trauma-Informed Processwork Psychotherapy takes this exploration further, guiding you through profound innerwork and advanced therapeutic skills grounded in process-oriented psychology.

Whether you're seeking to become a professional counsellor or to grow personally, our courses are pathways to deeper awareness, healing and authentic connection- with yourself and those around you.