Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling & Life Coaching (Blended) | Emocare – Counselling & Life Coaching

TRAINING STARTS ON 10-01-2026

Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling & Life Coaching (Blended)

A flexible blended-learning pathway: Live Zoom (6 months) + Recorded learning (6 months). Live sessions focus on independent (primary) therapies and a few essential dependent therapies. Recorded modules cover dependent (adjunctive) therapies and practical “steps” for common counselling needs (e.g., depression support, student counselling, etc.).

Live Zoom: 6 Months Recorded: 6 Months 42 Therapies Online Worldwide
This blended diploma is a distinct program from Emocare’s fully live One-Year PG Diploma and is designed for learners who need flexibility without compromising depth.

Fee & New Year Offer (2026)

Fee: Rs.45,000.00
Standard program fee
New Year Price (Till 05-01-2026): Rs.30,000.00
Limited-period offer
Payable in three instalments.

Bonus (One instalment payment): Your profile will be listed on two websites for two years, absolutely free, with Search Engine Optimization.

Program Snapshot

  1. Certification: Dual Certification. (One-Year Diploma in Counselling) and (Internationally certified Life Coach)
  2. Program Type: Professional Diploma (Blended Approach)
  3. Delivery: Live Zoom (6 months) + Recorded learning (6 months)
  4. Live Training Focus: Independent (Primary) therapies + few important dependent therapies
  5. Recorded Learning Focus: Dependent (Adjunctive) therapies + steps in various counselling (e.g., depression, student counselling, etc.)
  6. Therapy Coverage: 42 therapeutic approaches (training & evaluations)
  7. Tracks: Counselling Track (psychology-qualified) + Life Coaching Track (non-psychology)
  8. Start Date: 10-01-2026
  9. Format: Structured modules, case discussions, practice tools & guided assignments
  10. Support: Guidance for ethical practice and professional pathway planning
  11. Life-Long WhatsApp support
  12. Case studies for all the Psychological issues
  13. Profile in Website
  14. Business & Branding Training

Explainer Video

Watch this short explainer to understand how Live Zoom and Recorded learning are structured in this blended diploma.

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Blended Learning Structure (Live + Recorded)

Live Zoom Training (6 Months)

Independent (Primary) therapies + few important dependent therapies Interactive | Trainer-led | Skill practice & supervision

Recorded Learning (6 Months)

Dependent (Adjunctive) therapies + practical steps in various counselling (e.g., depression counselling steps, student counselling steps, etc.) Self-paced | Conceptual mastery | Flexible revision

Note: Primary/independent therapies are taught live to ensure strong practical confidence. Adjunctive/dependent therapies and counselling-step modules are provided through recorded learning to support flexibility and revision.

Two Learning Tracks

We train therapeutic counselling approaches and life coaching frameworks. Track guidance is provided based on the learner’s educational background and professional goals.

Counselling & Therapeutic Track

  • For learners with psychology qualification (BA/MA/MSc/MPhil/PhD and equivalent)
  • Therapeutic counselling frameworks + case formulation basics
  • Live learning focuses on primary therapies + supervised practice
  • Recorded modules expand adjunctive therapies + counselling-step frameworks

Life Coaching Track

  • For learners without psychology degree who want a coaching career
  • Coaching models + therapy-informed tools (applied methods)
  • Communication, goal-setting, mindset & client journey design
  • Practice templates to start a structured coaching practice

Scope note: This program teaches therapeutic counselling methods and coaching methods. Independent counselling practice depends on the learner’s qualification and applicable professional guidelines.

Seethalakshmi Sivakumar, Managing Director and Lead Trainer

Your Mentor: Seethalakshmi Sivakumar

Managing Director, Emocare – Counselling & Life Coaching

Psychologist, Life Coach, Hypnotherapist & Healer

CLICK HERE FOR HIS COMPLETE PROFILE

How to Join

  1. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm eligibility and choose your track.
  2. Receive fee details + batch confirmation + onboarding steps.

FAQ

What is the duration split in this blended program?

Live Zoom training runs for 6 months, followed by recorded learning for 6 months (with revision access).

What is taught live vs recorded?

Live Zoom covers independent (primary) therapies and a few important dependent therapies. Recorded learning covers dependent (adjunctive) therapies and counselling-step modules (e.g., depression steps, student counselling steps).

What certification will I receive?

You will receive Dual Certification: (One-Year Diploma in Counselling) and (Internationally certified Life Coach) upon successful completion.

When does the batch start?

The upcoming batch starts on 10-01-2026.

Full Syllabus (Live + Recorded)

L = Live (Zoom) · R = Recorded. Live learning is interactive and trainer-led with skill practice & supervision. Recorded learning supports conceptual mastery and step-by-step counselling frameworks.

LIVE — L

LIVE (Zoom) THERAPIES — L

Interactive | Trainer-led | Skill practice & supervision

  1. Psychological & Behavioural Approaches (LIVE)
  2. Transactional Analysis
  3. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  4. Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)
  5. Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  6. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  7. Motivational Interviewing
  8. Gestalt Therapy
  9. Psychoanalytic & Dynamic Approaches (LIVE)
  10. Psychodynamic Therapy
  11. Creative & Expressive Therapies (LIVE)
  12. Art Therapy
  13. Neurography Therapy
  14. Play Therapy
  15. Mind–Body & Experiential Therapies (LIVE)
  16. Hypnotherapy
  17. Positive Psychology Therapy
  18. Specialized Approaches (LIVE)
  19. Post-Marital Therapy
RECORDED — R

RECORDED THERAPIES — R

Self-paced | Conceptual mastery | Flexible revision

  1. Psychological & Behavioural Approaches (RECORDED)
  2. Cognitive Processing Therapy
  3. Schema Therapy
  4. Habit Reversal Therapy
  5. Reality Therapy
  6. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  7. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  8. Psychoanalytic & Dynamic Approaches (RECORDED)
  9. Structural Family Therapy
  10. Narrative Therapy
  11. Eclectic Counselling
  12. Dynamic Counselling
  13. Creative & Expressive Therapies (RECORDED)
  14. Bibliotherapy
  15. Poetry Therapy
  16. Music Therapy
  17. Dance Therapy
  18. Mind–Body & Experiential Therapies (RECORDED)
  19. Validation Therapy
  20. Reminiscence Therapy
  21. Laughter Therapy
  22. Interpersonal & Social Rhythm Therapy
  23. Sleep Therapy
  24. Spiritual Therapy
  25. Mindfulness Therapy
  26. Logotherapy
  27. Specialized Approaches (RECORDED)
  28. Compassion-Focused Therapy
  29. Sex Therapy
  30. NLP in Counselling
  31. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  32. Pre-Marital Therapy
  33. Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

Recorded learning also includes step-by-step counselling frameworks for common client needs (e.g., depression, anxiety patterns, student counselling plans, etc.).

LIVE COACHING — L

LIVE LIFE COACHING SYLLABUS — L (Zoom)

Live coaching track with guided practice, tools & role-plays

  1. What is Life Coaching
  2. Coaching Styles
  3. Transformational Coaching
  4. Mindfulness Coaching
  5. Confidence Coaching
  6. Resilience Coaching
  7. Emotional Intelligence Coaching
  8. Creativity Coaching
  9. Life Purpose Coaching
  10. Leadership Coaching
  11. Career Coaching
  12. Business Coaching
  13. Corporate Coaching
  14. Time Management Coaching
  15. Communication Coaching
  16. Health & Wellness Coaching
  17. Stress Coaching
  18. Relationship Coaching
  19. Parenting Coaching
  20. Breakup Recovery Coaching
  21. Spiritual Coaching
  22. Grief Coaching
  23. Financial Coaching
  24. Retirement Coaching

Note: Therapy list and coaching modules may be refined periodically to match learner needs and ensure the best blended learning outcomes.