Counselling as a Career

Guidance for those considering counselling as a professional career path. Articles cover required qualifications, personal qualities needed, and both voluntary and paid work opportunities.

A Counsellor's Job Profile

Counsellors create safe spaces where clients can open up about their problems, building trust through listening and empathy in their chosen specialist field.

Attitudes and Qualities of a Counsellor

Good counsellors build trust through acceptance, genuineness and respect, creating a safe space for clients to open up.

Counselling Do You Have What It Takes?

Counselling isn't for everyone, you need genuine empathy, self-awareness and the ability to really listen to help clients effectively.

Paid Counselling Opportunities

Finding paid counselling work takes more than qualifications, you need current skills and a commitment to your own development.

Voluntary Counselling Opportunities

Qualified counsellors can gain experience and develop skills through voluntary work with charities and specialist organisations offering free training.

What Qualifications Are Needed?

Check entry requirements and choose the right counselling qualification for your career goals and academic background.