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Depression Counselling Diploma

Depression Counselling Diploma

By Course Gate

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Highlights

  • On-Demand course

  • 4 hours 49 minutes

  • All levels

Description

The Depression Counselling Diploma course provides comprehensive training in understanding and treating depression through various counselling and psychological approaches. 

You'll learn about the causes and history of depression, the brain's role, environmental factors, and the different types of depression. The course also covers various medications and complementary therapies, along with multiple counselling techniques such as Gestalt Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

This course equips you with the knowledge to support and treat individuals with depression effectively.

Learning Outcome of Depression Counselling Diploma

  • Understand the causes and history of depression.

  • Identify the signs and symptoms of depression.

  • Learn about the brain and environmental factors influencing depression.

  • Recognize different types of depression and their unique characteristics.

  • Explore various medications and complementary therapies for treating depression.

  • Master different counselling approaches, including Gestalt Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

  • Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to support individuals with depression

Topics Covered in This Course

Introduction

  • Depression Counselling Promo

  • About the Course

  • About the Tutor

What Causes Depression

  • Introduction

  • Melancholy and the History of Counselling

  • Signs of Depression

  • Depression and the Brain

  • Depression and Neurons

  • Stress and Depression

  • Environmental and Health Factors

  • Depression and Sleep Disorders

  • Somatic Symptoms

  • Risk Factors

  • Module 1: Assessment Questions

Different Types of Depression

  • Classifying Depression & Different Classification Methods

  • Cyclothymia

  • Depression and Creative Minds

  • Dysthymia, Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder, and Atypical Depression

  • Bipolar / Manic Depression

  • Antenatal & Postpartum Depression

  • Bereavement and Grief

  • Dysthymia in Children and Adolescents

  • Depression and the Elderly

  • Psychosocial & Health Factors in the Elderly

  • Module 2: Assessment Questions

Different Types of Medicine

  • Neurogenesis

  • Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

  • Serotonin Syndrome

  • Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

  • Tyramine

  • Medication Statistics and Doctors in the UK & USA

  • Module 3: Assessment Questions

Complementary Alternative Therapies

  • Lifestyle Management, Diet, Exercise, Meditation

  • St John's Wort (Hypericum Perforatum)

  • Omega 3 Fatty Acids

  • Tai Chi, Qigong

  • Yoga

  • Acupuncture

  • Art Therapy & Music Therapy

  • Module 4: Assessment Questions

Counselling Approaches to Depression

  • Person Centred Therapy

  • Family or Couples Therapy

  • Stepped Care Model (Approach)

  • Psychodynamic/Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy

  • Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy

  • Clinical Hypnotherapy & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

  • Clinical Hypnotherapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

  • Gestalt Therapy

  • The Therapeutic Relationship

  • Knowledge and Qualities Necessary to a Counsellor

  • Module 5: Assessment Questions

Who is this course for

This course is perfect for anyone looking to gain professional skills in depression counselling. It is suitable for beginners, students, or existing practitioners who want to enhance their knowledge and skills. There are no specific entry requirements, making it accessible to all learners from various academic backgrounds.

Requirements

  • No prerequisites; suitable for individuals from any academic background.

  • Accessible course materials from any internet-enabled device.

CPD Certificate from Course Gate

At the successful completion of the course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from us. You can order the PDF certificate for £9 and the hard copy for £15. Also, you can order both PDF and hardcopy certificates for £22.

Career path

  • Mental Health Counsellor

  • Depression Counsellor

  • Clinical Psychologist

  • Psychotherapist

  • Social Worker

  • Mental Health Support Worker

About The Provider

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