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Page - 14th August 2025 Navigating Dual Relationships in Counselling: Ethical Guidance for Practitioners

As a counsellor or psychotherapist, you’re trained to maintain professional boundaries to protect the integrity of the therapeutic relationship. Yet, dual relationships – where you know a client in another context – are sometimes unavoidable, especially in rural, marginalised, or close-knit communities. This article explores the ethical complexities and practical implications of dual relationships, drawing […]

Page - 13th August 2025 A Practical Guide to Donald Winnicott’s Attachment Theories for Counsellors

Attachment theory remains pivotal in psychotherapy and counselling. Donald Winnicott, one of the seminal contributors, has profound insights into early childhood development and the therapeutic relationship that continues to inform and enhance clinical practice. This article unpacks Winnicott’s attachment theories, offering practitioners a deeper understanding of how to apply these principles effectively in therapy. Learning […]

Podcast - 14th June 2025 342 – The Art of Apologising as a Counsellor

Shame in Supervision – Creative Learning During an Academic Break In Episode 342 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast,…

Podcast - 26th April 2025 336 – Building your Counselling CV

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) – Reviewing Client Progress In Episode 336 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts…

Podcast - 23rd November 2024 319 – Double Empathy Problem

Navigating the Complaints Process – Developing Your Inner Supervisor In Episode 319 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your…

Page - 29th October 2024 Autism Strengths and Challenges

Autistic individuals bring unique strengths like attention to detail and deep focus, but may also face communication and energy challenges in therapy. This guide helps counsellors tailor their approach using concepts like Spoon Theory and reasonable adjustments. Read more…

Podcast - 5th October 2024 313 – What is Trauma-Informed Practice

Transitioning from Student to Qualified Practitioner – Working Around Barriers in Communication In Episode 313 of the Counselling…

Page - 20th September 2024 Trauma Model Therapy

Trauma Model Therapy blends cognitive, psychodynamic, and experiential approaches to address trauma’s deep impact. This guide explores its core elements—attachment wounds, locus of control, addiction, and relational dynamics—to support client autonomy and healing. Read more…

Podcast - 7th September 2024 309 – How to Recognise Vicarious Trauma

Online Trauma Therapy – Exploring Neurodivergence Creatively in Therapy In Episode 309 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your…

Page - 22nd August 2024 How Trauma is Experienced and Its Impact on Your Clients

Childhood trauma can have a lasting impact on identity, relationships, and emotional responses, often lying dormant until triggered later in life. This article explores how to recognise these patterns in clients and work with them sensitively—read on to learn more.

Page - 10th July 2024 Online Trauma Therapy – Effective Strategies for Counsellors

Online trauma therapy brings both opportunities and risks. This guide explores key strategies—like managing disinhibition, fantasy attachment, and safety planning—to support effective, ethical trauma work in digital spaces. Read more…

Podcast - 18th May 2024 302 – Shame in Supervision

Pre-Trial Therapy Considerations – Managing Next-Level Overwhelm in Your Counselling Training

Podcast - 2nd March 2024 293 – EAP Counselling

Why Hire an Accountant – How to Handle Negative Feedback In Episode 293 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast,…

Page - 18th December 2023 Problems with Training Providers

Problems with Training Providers: What You Can Do If you are studying on a counselling course and something goes wrong – e.g. you find yourself in conflict with the training provider, or the training provider unexpectedly ceases to trade – it can be highly stressful. You may have already invested time and money in your […]