Spiritual Counselling Course (Diploma Level)

“This course has completely changed my life and given me the confidence and belief to work with others in a meaningful way.” 
Emma B.

Train to become a Spiritual Counsellor with us...

A more complete way to support clients

Some clients need to be deeply heard. Others need direction, structure and forward movement. Some may be working with trauma, anxiety, phobias or emotional patterns that require a more active therapeutic approach.

That is why this training integrates counselling, coaching, hypnotherapy, energy psychology, trauma-informed methods and spiritual insight into one coherent professional pathway.

Students learn not only how to listen, but how to recognise what kind of support each client actually needs.
 

“One of the only courses I found that genuinely combines multiple therapeutic approaches into one coherent training.” 
Anna-Lisa M

“The mix of traditional counselling and holistic practices was completely new to me and expanded how I work.” 
Oceane C

“I was equipped with tools to work with clients from different angles, not just one method.” 
Ankrit C

For example:

• A client with a phobia may not need months of talking about the fear. Approaches such as hypnotherapy or energy psychology can often work more directly.
• A client who feels stuck or unclear may benefit more from coaching skills, helping them move forward with confidence.
• A client with trauma may need a careful, healing and structured approach that goes beyond ordinary reflective listening.

“The focus on practical experience means you leave each module already confident in what you’re doing.” Lee B

“I completed the course feeling confident enough to start working with clients and build my practice.” 
Sandra C-S

Who this is for

This course is ideal for:

• People beginning a new path in counselling, therapy or healing
• Coaches and practitioners who want greater depth and credibility
• Spiritually aware individuals who want grounded professional skills
• Those who sense that effective client work needs both psychological and holistic understanding

Our Spiritual Counselling Course:

When you join our professional Spiritual Counselling Diploma program you’ll receive real-time live training (which is essential) to learn all the skills that you need to be a Counsellor, combining healing and intuition and the most effective methods.

“When taking the course fully online, I felt supported and part of something structured and real.”
Emma N

“The Zoom sessions were facilitated really well and gave plenty of opportunity to practise.”
Sarah B

Course at a glance

14 modules over approximately 14–15 months

• One weekend per month
• Live Zoom, in-person London, or hybrid options
• Includes Spiritual Counsellor, Holistic Healing Practitioner and Spiritual Life Coach pathways
• Accredited and insurable training
• Option to continue toward Integrative Psychotherapist status

CLICK TO BOOK A CALL

Why Train With the Holistic Healing College

Spiritual counselling is not something that can be learned through theory alone. It requires live practice, feedback and real interaction with both tutors and other students.

This course is built around that principle, giving you the opportunity to develop confidence and real-world ability as you train.

“The focus on practical experience means you leave each module already confident in what you’re doing.” – Lee Bladon

About the College

The Holistic Healing College has been based in London since 1999 and Tokyo since 2006, offering accredited and insurable professional training in counselling and holistic therapies.

Founded by Hay House author Blue Marsden, the training integrates traditional psychological approaches with a wide range of therapeutic and spiritual modalities.

What You Will Learn

This training is structured across 14 modules, each focusing on a key area of counselling, coaching and holistic therapy. Together, they give you a broad and practical skillset, allowing you to work with clients in a flexible and effective way.

Core areas include:

• Counselling skills and therapeutic communication
• Coaching and client direction
• Hypnotherapy and NLP
• Energy psychology and working with phobias
• Trauma-informed approaches and parts work
• Mindfulness and emotional regulation
• Relationship work and loss
• Intuitive and symbolic approaches (including Soul Plan and astrology)
• Personal energy work (Chi Kung and energy clearing)
• Skills integration and working professionally with clients

Modules are delivered over one weekend per month, allowing time to integrate and practise between sessions.

Full module breakdown available on request

 

Qualification and Accreditation

On successful completion, you will receive a fully accredited qualification, enabling you to practise as a:

• Spiritual Counsellor
• Holistic Counsellor
• General Counsellor

The course is accredited by the CMA and allows you to obtain professional insurance.

 

A Pathway Into Practice

Many students go on to begin working with clients during or shortly after completing the course, supported by the practical nature of the training and the range of tools they develop.
 

“This course gave me the confidence and practical tools to start my journey as a holistic counsellor.” 
Olly W.

How the Course is Delivered

 

The course is delivered live, either via Zoom, in person in London, or as a combination of both.


Live training is essential. Our students recognise that the practical, experiential nature of the training is what allows them to build real confidence working with clients.

Rather than simply learning theory, you are actively working with techniques, receiving feedback and developing your ability throughout the course. 

Over half of our students choose to take the course entirely via live Zoom sessions, while others prefer In Person modules for a more hands-on experience.

 

This course is for:

 

• Those starting out on a journey in counselling, therapy, or healing work
• Coaches and practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise and strengthen their professional standing
• Spiritually minded individuals who want to develop practical, grounded skills for real-world application

A Professional Training and a Personal Journey

Alongside professional training, the course offers a significant opportunity for personal development and self-understanding.

Many students find that the process not only prepares them to work with others, but also creates meaningful change in their own lives.
 

“This course was the catalyst for a completely new career path for me.”
Smeeta P

“I now run my own practice using the tools I learned and feel fulfilled in the work I do.”
Asima

 

Fees and Payment Options

£590 deposit + 17 monthly payments of £297

Most students choose this option and find it manageable. Flexible arrangements are available if needed.

Next Step

The next step would usually be a short informal call, where we can explain the course in more detail and explore whether it feels like the right fit for you.
 

APPLY NOW