Now Accepting Applications: Couples Counselling in Practice – Starts March 2026
Introduction to Couples Counselling
Your First Step into Couples Work. 4 Weeks. Fresh insight into relationships.
What you'll gain
By the end of this course, you will:
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Understand the fundamentals of how relationships work (and fall apart).
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Grasp key concepts in attachment, neurophysiology, and systemic thinking.
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Learn how to engage both partners and balance the therapeutic alliance.
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Have a clearer sense of whether you want to pursue advanced couples training.
Because Relationships Are Not Taught at School.
Couples work is one of the most rewarding - and most complex - forms of therapy.
Yet too often, counsellor training skims over it, leaving you with plenty of theory but little idea how to hold two people in the heat of conflict.
The Intro to Couples Counselling course gives you the chance to explore this field without the overwhelm. Over four weeks, you’ll discover the core principles of couples therapy, try out practical skills, and gain clarity on whether this is the path for you.
Apply for March 2026 Intake – Only 8 Spots
1. How It Works
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Weekly Live & Recorded Content – 1 hour of focused theory & demonstration.
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Weekly Practical Skills Training – 2 hours of guided, hands-on learning.
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Small group format - maximum 8 students per intake for personalised support.
2. What You’ll Learn (Curriculum Snapshot)
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The fundamentals of relationship dynamics.
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Introduction to attachment theory and its relevance in couples work.
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Basics of neurophysiology in relational contexts.
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Core engagement and alliance-building strategies.
3. Who This Is For
This program is ideal if you are:
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Studying counselling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
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Newly qualified and curious about working with couples.
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Unsure whether couples work is for you, but ready to explore.
What TAPA Graduates Say
"Alyona goes really in-depth with different modalities, different techniques, and different scenarios to prepare for both couples and individual relationship work. I am very grateful for having this training, it's been very enriching for me and I am looking forward to learning even more."
Amar Freya, TAPA 2025 Graduate, Couples Therapist
4. Course Details
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Format: 4-week online program
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Intakes: March & August each year
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Group Size: 6–8 students
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Investment: $1,200 (Deposit $300 to enroll, payment plan available)
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Prerequisites:
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In-progress or completed tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology, social work, or similar.
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Individual counselling experience is helpful but not essential.
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