CPCAB Accredited Qualifications
CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Working In a Trauma (PC-L5)
Build Your Knowledge. Develop Your Confidence. Advance Your Career.
Whether you are taking your first steps into counselling or looking to develop specialist knowledge, accredited qualifications provide the opportunity to deepen your understanding, strengthen your clinical practice and continue your professional journey.
At Michelle's Counselling and Training, I believe learning should be practical, reflective and directly applicable to the work you do with clients. High-quality training is about more than gaining a qualification—it's about developing the knowledge, skills and confidence to practise safely, ethically and compassionately.
Our Process
LM Counselling Training
Accredited qualifications are delivered in partnership with Laura Joanknecht to create L & M Trauma informed Counselling Training, a training partnership committed to providing , trauma-informed counselling education.
Together, we combine our experience as practising counsellors, supervisors and tutors to create learning experiences that are engaging, supportive and rooted in real-world clinical practice. Our courses encourage curiosity, critical thinking and reflective practice, preparing students to work confidently and ethically with a wide range of client presentations.
CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Working with Trauma (PC-L5)
Designed for qualified counsellors wishing to develop specialist knowledge and confidence in working with trauma.
The course explores:
Trauma-informed practice
Neurobiology of trauma
Complex trauma and PTSD
Dissociation
Childhood adversity and attachment
Trauma assessment and formulation
Working safely and ethically with trauma
Reflective practice and professional resilience
Delivered through a combination of taught sessions, discussion, experiential learning and reflective practice, the course supports counsellors to integrate trauma-informed principles into their everyday clinical work.
Find out more about the CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Working with Trauma.
Why Study With Us?
Choosing where to study is an important decision. We are committed to creating a learning environment where every student feels welcomed, supported and encouraged to reach their potential.
Our training is characterised by:
Trauma-informed teaching
Experienced practising tutors
Small, supportive learning groups
Interactive and reflective learning
Practical application of theory
Ethical and evidence-informed practice
A focus on developing confident, competent practitioners
We recognise that every learner brings unique experiences, strengths and perspectives. Our aim is to help you build on these while developing the professional knowledge and skills needed for contemporary counselling practice.
Looking Ahead
As our training provision continues to grow, additional accredited qualifications and specialist training opportunities will be introduced through our partnership with L & M Counselling Training.
Whether you are looking to specialise, progress your career or deepen your professional knowledge, we look forward to supporting you on your learning journey.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Explore our current qualifications or get in touch to discuss which course may be right for you.
We'd be delighted to answer your questions and help you find the learning pathway that best supports your professional goals.