Frequently Asked Questions About Professional Development
Professional Development FAQs for Counsellors, Students and Organisations
Whether you are a counselling student, newly qualified practitioner, experienced therapist or organisation looking for specialist training, continuing professional development (CPD) is an important part of maintaining safe, ethical and effective practice.
At Michelle's Counselling and Training, we offer trauma-informed clinical supervision, CPD workshops, consultancy and professional development opportunities designed to support counsellors at every stage of their career.
Below are answers to some of the questions we are most frequently asked. If you cannot find the information you need, please get in touch.
What Is Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the ongoing learning that helps professionals develop their knowledge, skills and confidence throughout their career.
CPD may include workshops, training courses, reflective practice, supervision, conferences, reading, research and professional learning activities. Regular CPD helps ensure your practice remains current, ethical and responsive to the needs of your clients.
Who Are Your CPD Workshops Suitable For?
Our workshops are suitable for:
Qualified counsellors and psychotherapists
Counselling students
Newly qualified practitioners
Clinical supervisors
Professionals working within helping professions
Schools, charities and organisations seeking trauma-informed training
Individual workshop requirements will be outlined on each course page.
What Topics Do You Offer?
Our professional development programme covers a range of counselling and trauma-informed practice topics, including:
Understanding and working with trauma
Safeguarding in the counselling room
Private practice development
Working with grief and loss
Exploring dreams in the counselling room
Working with emotions
New workshops are added throughout the year.
Are Your Workshops Trauma-Informed?
Yes.
All of our professional development is delivered from a trauma-informed perspective. Alongside theory and practical skills, we encourage reflective practice, helping professionals understand how trauma may influence clients, therapeutic relationships and clinical decision-making.
Do Your Workshops Count Towards CPD Requirements?
Yes.
Our workshops are designed to support your ongoing professional development and can normally be recorded as CPD hours in accordance with the requirements of your professional body.
It remains your responsibility to ensure that your CPD meets the requirements of your membership organisation.
Will I Receive A Certificate?
Yes.
Participants receive a certificate of attendance following completion of the workshop.
Certificates can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Do You Offer Online Training?
Yes.
Many of our CPD workshops and professional development opportunities are available online, allowing counsellors and professionals from across the UK to attend.
Where appropriate, face-to-face workshops may also be available.
What Is Clinical Supervision?
Clinical supervision provides a confidential, collaborative and reflective space where counsellors can discuss their client work, ethical dilemmas, professional development and wellbeing.
Good supervision supports safe, ethical practice while encouraging ongoing learning and professional growth.
Do You Offer Clinical Supervision?
Yes.
We provide trauma-informed clinical supervision for both qualified counsellors and counselling students.
Supervision is available online and, where available, face-to-face.
Can Students Access Supervision?
Yes.
We welcome counselling students seeking supportive and developmental supervision throughout their training.
Student supervision provides an opportunity to develop confidence, reflect on client work and meet the supervision requirements of your course.
Do You Offer Training For Organisations?
Yes.
We provide bespoke trauma-informed training, workshops and consultancy for organisations, schools, charities and community groups.
Training can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your team and may include topics such as trauma awareness, safeguarding, professional wellbeing and responding to disclosures.
Can Workshops Be Delivered To Teams?
Absolutely.
Many of our workshops can be adapted for organisations wishing to train groups of staff.
Please contact us to discuss your organisation's requirements.
How Do I Book A Workshop Or Supervision?
You can explore our current professional development opportunities through the website or contact us directly to discuss your learning needs.
We are always happy to answer questions before you book.
Do You Offer Bespoke Professional Development?
Yes.
We understand that every organisation and practitioner has different learning needs. We can work with you to develop bespoke workshops, consultancy and professional development programmes that reflect your service, team and client group.
Why Choose Michelle's Counselling and Training?
Our professional development is grounded in real clinical experience, trauma-informed practice and a commitment to ethical, reflective learning.
With over 20 years' experience across counselling, supervision, training and leadership, we understand the realities of therapeutic practice and aim to provide learning that is practical, engaging and immediately applicable to your work.
Still Have Questions?
If your question has not been answered here, please get in touch.
Whether you are looking for clinical supervision, CPD workshops, consultancy or professional training, we are happy to discuss your individual or organisational needs and help you find the most suitable professional development opportunity.