A Short Course in Counseling Skills
 
Mastering the Art of Counseling: An 18-Week Professional Guide
 
This comprehensive training program provides clinicians and aspiring counselors with a structured pathway to develop the nuanced skills required for effective therapeutic practice. Through its carefully designed 18-week curriculum, readers will gain:
 
Step-by-step guidance for core counseling competencies
Practical frameworks for diverse clinical situations
Evidence-based intervention strategies
 
In today's complex mental health landscape, where individuals, couples, and families face mounting psychological challenges, the demand for highly skilled counselors has never been greater. This course addresses the critical need for:
 
Rigorous postgraduate training
Ongoing professional supervision
Continuous skill development
 
Why This Training Matters:

Professor David Sarikaya MAPA ACS, pioneer of Self-Empowerment Theory/Therapy (SET) and a 35-year veteran in treating psychological disorders, emphasizes that exceptional counseling requires:

✓ Mastery of foundational approaches (CBT, DBT, SFT)
✓ Integration of innovative methods like SET
✓ Commitment to lifelong professional growth
 
The field's evolving nature demands counselors who:
 
Regularly update their therapeutic toolkit
Adapt to emerging research
Implement evidence-based best practices
 Maintain the highest standards of client care
 
This course doesn't just teach counseling—it cultivates counseling excellence through:

→ Structured skill-building
→ Contemporary methodology
→ Practical application
→ Professional development